1968 Lotus Europa vs. 2010 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2010 Pagani Zonda is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Europa 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 518 more horse power than 1968 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1968 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 620 kg more than 1968 Lotus Europa. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 656 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lotus Europa | 2010 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Lotus | Pagani |
Model | Europa | Zonda |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1470 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 594 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2730 mm |