1960 Cadillac 62 vs. 2007 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2007 Pagani Zonda is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 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 (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 970 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac 62 | 2007 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Cadillac | Pagani |
| Model | 62 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 594 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2730 mm |
