1977 Buick Regal vs. 1999 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 1999 Pagani Zonda is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Regal would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pagani Zonda (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 220 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Pagani Zonda (569 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal. 1977 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1999 Pagani Zonda has manual transmission. 1999 Pagani Zonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 1999 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Buick | Pagani |
Model | Regal | Zonda |
Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4932 cc | 5987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4395 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1151 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |