1974 Citroen CX 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 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX 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 665 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 300 kg more than 2009 Pagani Zonda.
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 Citroen CX, 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 558 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2009 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Citroen | Pagani |
| Model | CX | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 740 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 708 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4886 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2785 mm |
