1956 Buick 40 vs. 2005 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2005 Pagani Zonda is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Buick 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 295 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (252 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 340 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 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Buick 40. (462 Nm). This means 2005 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 2005 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Buick | Pagani |
| Model | 40 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 547 HP |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2055 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2730 mm |
