1971 Ford GT 40 vs. 2000 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2000 Pagani Zonda is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford GT 40 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 39 more horse power than 1971 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 290 kg more than 1971 Ford GT 40. 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, 2000 Pagani Zonda (569 Nm) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2000 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford GT 40 | 2000 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Ford | Pagani |
| Model | GT 40 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2730 mm |
