1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2011 Pagani Zonda is newer by 35 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), 2011 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 150 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Falcon. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Ford | Pagani |
Model | Falcon | Zonda |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 547 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |