1980 Ford Fairlane vs. 2009 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2009 Pagani Zonda is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1980 Ford Fairlane. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 174 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Fairlane. (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Fairlane. 1980 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2009 Pagani Zonda has manual transmission. 2009 Pagani Zonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Fairlane | 2009 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Ford | Pagani |
Model | Fairlane | Zonda |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 594 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |