1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2011 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2011 Pagani Zonda is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac 62 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 (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 825 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) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Cadillac 62. (582 Nm). This means 2011 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 2011 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Cadillac | Pagani |
| Model | 62 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| 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 | 594 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2730 mm |
