1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 2009 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2009 Pagani Zonda is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pagani Zonda (740 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 567 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 845 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Pagani Zonda (708 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chrysler Newport | 2009 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Chrysler | Pagani |
Model | Newport | Zonda |
Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 740 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 708 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4886 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2785 mm |