1965 Jaguar MK II 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 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar MK II 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 427 more horse power than 1965 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1965 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 200 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 555 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm). This means 2005 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jaguar MK II | 2005 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Jaguar | Pagani |
| Model | MK II | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 547 HP |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2730 mm |
