1968 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2001 Pagani Zonda is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pagani Zonda (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 420 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. 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, 2001 Pagani Zonda (569 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2001 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Ford | Pagani |
Model | Escort | Zonda |
Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 5987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4395 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1151 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |