1972 Plymouth Valiant 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 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant 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 307 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 144 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 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Plymouth Valiant | 2007 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Plymouth | Pagani |
Model | Valiant | Zonda |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 547 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |