1999 Ford Telstar vs. 2006 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2006 Pagani Zonda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 431 more horse power than 1999 Ford Telstar. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Telstar weights approximately 45 kg more than 2006 Pagani Zonda.
Because 2006 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 2006 Pagani Zonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Telstar, 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, 2006 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 542 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Telstar. (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Telstar | 2006 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Ford | Pagani |
| Model | Telstar | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 594 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1141 mm |
