1962 Austin A 99 vs. 2005 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2005 Pagani Zonda is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pagani Zonda (547 HP) has 437 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 99 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Pagani Zonda (750 Nm) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm). This means 2005 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 2005 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Austin | Pagani |
| Model | A 99 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 547 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
