1983 Volvo 760 vs. 2007 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2007 Pagani Zonda is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 438 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 760. (156 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 760 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 760. (234 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Volvo 760 | 2007 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Volvo | Pagani |
| Model | 760 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 594 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |
