1959 Austin A 135 vs. 2001 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2001 Pagani Zonda is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pagani Zonda (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 830 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Pagani Zonda (569 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 135.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 135 | 2001 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Austin | Pagani |
Model | A 135 | Zonda |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4395 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1151 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2730 mm |