1985 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2011 Pagani Huayra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Pagani Huayra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 613 more horse power than 1985 Ford Mustang. (87 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Huayra should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Pagani Huayra weights approximately 165 kg more than 1985 Ford Mustang. 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 Huayra (740 Nm) has 579 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm). This means 2011 Pagani Huayra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Mustang | 2011 Pagani Huayra | |
| Make | Ford | Pagani |
| Model | Mustang | Huayra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 700 HP |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 740 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4605 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2036 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1169 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2795 mm |
