1999 Ford Ka vs. 2009 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2009 Pagani Zonda is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Ka would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pagani Zonda (740 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 681 more horse power than 1999 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 190 kg more than 1999 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Pagani Zonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Ka, 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, 2009 Pagani Zonda (708 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 603 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Ka | 2009 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Ford | Pagani |
| Model | Ka | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 740 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 708 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4886 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2785 mm |
