1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2011 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2011 Pagani Zonda is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 446 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 220 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 2011 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm) has 569 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2011 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2011 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Pagani |
| Model | Giulia | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
