1961 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2011 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2011 Pagani Zonda is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1961 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1961 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1130 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chrysler Imperial | 2011 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pagani |
| Model | Imperial | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2730 mm |
