1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2009 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2009 Pagani Zonda is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 550 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2009 Pagani Zonda has manual transmission. 2009 Pagani Zonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 2009 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pagani |
| Model | Caprice | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 594 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 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 | 1780 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
