1965 Bristol 409 vs. 2005 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2005 Pagani Zonda is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Bristol 409. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Bristol 409 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 332 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 409. (215 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Bristol 409 weights approximately 350 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 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Bristol 409. (463 Nm). This means 2005 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Bristol 409. 1965 Bristol 409 has automatic transmission and 2005 Pagani Zonda has manual transmission. 2005 Pagani Zonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Bristol 409 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 409 | 2005 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Bristol | Pagani |
| Model | 409 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 547 HP |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
