1982 Maserati 420 vs. 2011 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2011 Pagani Zonda is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1982 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1982 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 50 kg more than 1982 Maserati 420. 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, 2011 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Maserati 420 | 2011 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Maserati | Pagani |
| Model | 420 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
