1951 Jaguar MK V vs. 2009 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2009 Pagani Zonda is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pagani Zonda (740 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 636 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 580 kg more than 2009 Pagani Zonda.
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, 2009 Pagani Zonda (708 Nm) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm). This means 2009 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar MK V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jaguar MK V | 2009 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Jaguar | Pagani |
| Model | MK V | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 740 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 708 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4886 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2785 mm |
