1991 Austin Montego vs. 2011 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2011 Pagani Zonda is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Austin Montego would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 462 more horse power than 1991 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1991 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 120 kg more than 1991 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Pagani Zonda is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Pagani Zonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Austin Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 624 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Austin Montego | 2011 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Austin | Pagani |
| Model | Montego | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
