1977 Opel Monza vs. 2007 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2007 Pagani Zonda is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Monza 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 (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 1977 Opel Monza. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Monza weights approximately 105 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 597 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (162 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Opel Monza | 2007 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Opel | Pagani |
| Model | Monza | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1979 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
