1970 Buick GS vs. 2000 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2000 Pagani Zonda is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pagani Zonda (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1970 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick GS weights approximately 380 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Pagani Zonda (569 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick GS.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick GS | 2000 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Buick | Pagani |
Model | GS | Zonda |
Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 5987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4395 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1151 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |