1987 Opel Senator vs. 2000 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2000 Pagani Zonda is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Senator 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 211 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Senator weights approximately 286 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 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator. 1987 Opel Senator has automatic transmission and 2000 Pagani Zonda has manual transmission. 2000 Pagani Zonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Opel Senator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Opel Senator | 2000 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Opel | Pagani |
Model | Senator | Zonda |
Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 5987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4395 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1151 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |