1969 Opel Admiral vs. 2011 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2011 Pagani Zonda is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1969 Opel Admiral. (163 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Admiral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Admiral weights approximately 245 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Admiral. (233 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Admiral.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Opel Admiral | 2011 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Opel | Pagani |
Model | Admiral | Zonda |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2784 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 547 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |