1974 Ferrari Dino 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 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari Dino 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 547 more horse power than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1974 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 155 kg more than 2009 Pagani Zonda.
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 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 2009 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari Dino | 2009 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pagani |
| Model | Dino | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2417 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 740 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 708 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4886 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2785 mm |
