1977 Buick Electra vs. 2009 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2009 Pagani Zonda is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pagani Zonda (740 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 587 more horse power than 1977 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 715 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Pagani Zonda (708 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Electra. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Electra. 1977 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2009 Pagani Zonda has manual transmission. 2009 Pagani Zonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Electra | 2009 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Buick | Pagani |
Model | Electra | Zonda |
Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 740 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 708 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4886 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2785 mm |