1951 Holden FX vs. 1999 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 1999 Pagani Zonda is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Holden FX would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pagani Zonda (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1951 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 280 kg more than 1951 Holden FX. 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, 1999 Pagani Zonda (569 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Holden FX | 1999 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Holden | Pagani |
Model | FX | Zonda |
Year Released | 1951 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 5987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4395 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1151 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |