1972 Honda Z vs. 2007 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2007 Pagani Zonda is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Z would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 570 more horse power than 1972 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 720 kg more than 1972 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Pagani Zonda is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Pagani Zonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Honda Z, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 729 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Z | 2007 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Honda | Pagani |
| Model | Z | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 594 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
