1973 Buick Skylark 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 Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 375 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 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Skylark | 2009 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Buick | Pagani |
Model | Skylark | Zonda |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 594 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2730 mm |