1978 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2002 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2002 Pagani Zonda is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pagani Zonda (547 HP) has 439 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 420 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Pagani Zonda (750 Nm) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. (280 Nm). This means 2002 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2002 Pagani Zonda has manual transmission. 2002 Pagani Zonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Caprice | 2002 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pagani |
| Model | Caprice | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 547 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
