1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2008 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2008 Pagani Zonda is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 240 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 528 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 2008 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Dodge | Pagani |
| Model | Aspen | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
