1977 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2011 Pagani Zonda is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 911 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 394 more horse power than 1977 Porsche 911. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1977 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 70 kg more than 1977 Porsche 911. 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 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Porsche 911. (260 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Porsche 911 | 2011 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Porsche | Pagani |
Model | 911 | Zonda |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 594 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 260 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 | 1160 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2730 mm |