1979 Ford Capri vs. 2003 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2003 Pagani Zonda is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Capri would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pagani Zonda (547 HP) has 435 more horse power than 1979 Ford Capri. (112 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 160 kg more than 1979 Ford Capri. 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, 2003 Pagani Zonda (750 Nm) has 574 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Capri. (176 Nm). This means 2003 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Capri | 2003 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Ford | Pagani |
| Model | Capri | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 547 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 750 Nm |
| 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 | 1090 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |
