1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2012 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2012 Pagani Huayra is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Pagani Huayra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 610 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (90 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Pagani Huayra should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Pagani Huayra weights approximately 236 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. 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, 2012 Pagani Huayra (740 Nm) has 618 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (122 Nm). This means 2012 Pagani Huayra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 2012 Pagani Huayra | |
| Make | Ford | Pagani |
| Model | Cortina | Huayra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 700 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 740 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4605 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2036 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1169 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2795 mm |
