1973 Buick Riviera vs. 2009 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2009 Pagani Zonda is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1973 Buick Riviera. (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Riviera weights approximately 810 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Buick Riviera. (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Buick Riviera. 1973 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2009 Pagani Zonda has manual transmission. 2009 Pagani Zonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Riviera | 2009 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Buick | Pagani |
Model | Riviera | Zonda |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 594 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2730 mm |