1957 Lotus Seven vs. 2010 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2010 Pagani Zonda is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 480 kg more than 1957 Lotus Seven. 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, 2010 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 606 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Lotus Seven | 2010 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Lotus | Pagani |
Model | Seven | Zonda |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 547 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2730 mm |