1970 TVR Vixen vs. 2001 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2001 Pagani Zonda is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 TVR Vixen 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 306 more horse power than 1970 TVR Vixen. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1970 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 463 kg more than 1970 TVR Vixen. 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 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 TVR Vixen | 2001 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | TVR | Pagani |
| Model | Vixen | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 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 | 787 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
