1976 Opel Commodore vs. 2007 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2007 Pagani Zonda is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 453 more horse power than 1976 Opel Commodore. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1976 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Opel Commodore weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Opel Commodore. (216 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Opel Commodore | 2007 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Opel | Pagani |
| Model | Commodore | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2783 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 594 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
