1974 Austin Maxi vs. 2009 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2009 Pagani Zonda is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Austin Maxi 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 671 more horse power than 1974 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 90 kg more than 1974 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Pagani Zonda is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Pagani Zonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Austin Maxi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 604 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Austin Maxi | 2009 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Austin | Pagani |
| Model | Maxi | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 740 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 708 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4886 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2785 mm |
