1964 Austin Princess vs. 2005 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2005 Pagani Zonda is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin Princess 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 428 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 930 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 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Princess. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 2005 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Austin | Pagani |
| Model | Princess | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 547 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2730 mm |
