1976 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Celica 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 516 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 260 kg more than 1976 Toyota Celica. 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 624 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Toyota Celica | 2011 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Toyota | Pagani |
Model | Celica | Zonda |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 594 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2730 mm |