1975 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2005 Pagani Zonda is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pagani Zonda (547 HP) has 463 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (84 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 295 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. 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, 2005 Pagani Zonda (750 Nm) has 625 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (125 Nm). This means 2005 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 2005 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Ford | Pagani |
| Model | Escort | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 547 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
