1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2009 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2009 Pagani Zonda is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pagani Zonda (740 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 582 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300. (158 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 860 kg more than 2009 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.
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1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2009 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pagani |
Model | 300 | Zonda |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 740 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4886 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2785 mm |