1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2003 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2003 Pagani Zonda is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pagani Zonda (547 HP) has 350 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 865 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Pagani Zonda (750 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Cadillac 62. (582 Nm). This means 2003 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 2003 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Cadillac | Pagani |
| Model | 62 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 547 HP |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2730 mm |
