1976 Ford Taunus 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 Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus 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 (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 527 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 174 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus. 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, 2011 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 644 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (115 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 2011 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Ford | Pagani |
| Model | Taunus | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 594 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2730 mm |
