1978 Holden GTS vs. 2010 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2010 Pagani Zonda is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden GTS would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 1978 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Holden GTS weights approximately 245 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden GTS. (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Holden GTS | 2010 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Holden | Pagani |
| Model | GTS | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 594 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
