1968 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 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 484 more horse power than 1968 Porsche 911. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1968 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 210 kg more than 1968 Porsche 911. 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 601 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Porsche 911 | 2010 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Porsche | Pagani |
Model | 911 | Zonda |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 594 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2730 mm |