1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2006 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2006 Pagani Zonda is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 855 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. 1968 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 2006 Pagani Zonda has manual transmission. 2006 Pagani Zonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac DeVille | 2006 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Cadillac | Pagani |
| Model | DeVille | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2730 mm |
