1984 Daimler 4.2 vs. 2000 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2000 Pagani Zonda is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daimler 4.2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daimler 4.2 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pagani Zonda (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1984 Daimler 4.2. (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1984 Daimler 4.2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daimler 4.2 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Pagani Zonda (569 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daimler 4.2. (314 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daimler 4.2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daimler 4.2 | 2000 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Daimler | Pagani |
| Model | 4.2 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2730 mm |
