1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2008 Pagani Zonda is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 511 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 470 kg more than 1961 Austin A 40. 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, 2008 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 691 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 40 | 2008 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Austin | Pagani |
Model | A 40 | Zonda |
Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 547 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2730 mm |