1975 Ford Capri 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 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri 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 494 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 245 kg more than 1975 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 674 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Capri | 2008 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Ford | Pagani |
Model | Capri | Zonda |
Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 547 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |