1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 2010 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2010 Pagani Zonda is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1966 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 94 kg more than 1966 Ford GT 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm) has 674 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2010 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford GT 40 | 2010 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Ford | Pagani |
| Model | GT 40 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2730 mm |
