1972 Jaguar E Type 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 Jaguar E Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar E Type 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 (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1972 Jaguar E Type. (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1972 Jaguar E Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar E Type weights approximately 300 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jaguar E Type. (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jaguar E Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jaguar E Type | 2007 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Jaguar | Pagani |
| Model | E Type | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
