1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2007 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2007 Pagani Zonda is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 988 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Cadillac 62. (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Cadillac 62. 1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2007 Pagani Zonda has manual transmission. 2007 Pagani Zonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac 62 | 2007 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Cadillac | Pagani |
Model | 62 | Zonda |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6381 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 547 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2730 mm |