1981 Ford Mustang vs. 2001 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2001 Pagani Zonda is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pagani Zonda (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1981 Ford Mustang. (173 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Mustang weights approximately 105 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Pagani Zonda (569 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Mustang. (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Mustang | 2001 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Ford | Pagani |
Model | Mustang | Zonda |
Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4395 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1151 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |