1973 Opel Kadett 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 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pagani Zonda (740 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 693 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 248 kg more than 1973 Opel Kadett. 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, 2009 Pagani Zonda (708 Nm) has 637 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm). This means 2009 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Opel Kadett | 2009 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Opel | Pagani |
Model | Kadett | Zonda |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 740 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 708 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 822 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4886 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2785 mm |