1974 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2008 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2008 Pagani Zonda is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. (197 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 880 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. (468 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2008 Pagani Zonda has manual transmission. 2008 Pagani Zonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Pontiac Bonneville | 2008 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pagani |
| Model | Bonneville | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7473 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 594 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2730 mm |
