1965 Maserati Mexico vs. 2006 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2006 Pagani Zonda is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Maserati Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Maserati Mexico would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1965 Maserati Mexico. (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1965 Maserati Mexico. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 220 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Maserati Mexico. (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Maserati Mexico.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Maserati Mexico | 2006 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Maserati | Pagani |
Model | Mexico | Zonda |
Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 547 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |