1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1999 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 1999 Pagani Zonda is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pagani Zonda (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (94 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 160 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. 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, 1999 Pagani Zonda (569 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1999 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Pagani |
| Model | 75 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
