1972 Honda Z vs. 2011 Koenigsegg Agera
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera is newer by 39 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Koenigsegg Agera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera (927 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 903 more horse power than 1972 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Koenigsegg Agera weights approximately 780 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 2011 Koenigsegg Agera 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 2011 Koenigsegg Agera. 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, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera (1,100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1070 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg Agera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Z | 2011 Koenigsegg Agera | |
| Make | Honda | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Z | Agera |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 927 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 1100 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 | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
