1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 vs. 2005 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2005 Pagani Zonda is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 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 502 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. (45 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Pagani Zonda (750 Nm) has 646 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. (104 Nm). This means 2005 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 | 2005 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pagani |
| Model | 180 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1767 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 547 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
