1978 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2004 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2004 Pagani Zonda is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pagani Zonda (547 HP) has 261 more horse power than 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. (286 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 976 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Pagani Zonda (750 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. (434 Nm). This means 2004 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2004 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Pagani |
| Model | Lagonda | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 547 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2730 mm |
