1973 Nissan Laurel vs. 2007 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2007 Pagani Zonda is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Laurel 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 (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 509 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 220 kg more than 1973 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 604 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Laurel | 2007 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Nissan | Pagani |
| Model | Laurel | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1813 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 594 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
