1978 Subaru Rex 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 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Subaru Rex 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 (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 518 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 695 kg more than 1978 Subaru Rex. 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, 2010 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 717 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Subaru Rex | 2010 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Subaru | Pagani |
| Model | Rex | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 544 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2730 mm |
