1967 Bristol 409 vs. 2010 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2010 Pagani Zonda is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Bristol 409. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Bristol 409 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 (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1967 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1967 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Bristol 409 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Bristol 409. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Bristol 409. 1967 Bristol 409 has automatic transmission and 2010 Pagani Zonda has manual transmission. 2010 Pagani Zonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Bristol 409 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Bristol 409 | 2010 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Bristol | Pagani |
Model | 409 | Zonda |
Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 594 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |