1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2006 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2006 Pagani Zonda is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (256 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Falcon weights approximately 355 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Falcon. (491 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Falcon | 2006 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Ford | Pagani |
Model | Falcon | Zonda |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 594 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |