1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2005 Pagani Zonda is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pagani Zonda (547 HP) has 498 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 284 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Pagani Zonda (750 Nm) has 666 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm). This means 2005 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 40 | 2005 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Austin | Pagani |
| Model | A 40 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 547 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Top Speed | 127 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
