2001 Ford Cougar vs. 2010 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2010 Pagani Zonda is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Cougar would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 2001 Ford Cougar. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Cougar weights approximately 49 kg more than 2010 Pagani Zonda.
Because 2010 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 2010 Pagani Zonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Cougar, 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, 2010 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Cougar. (298 Nm). This means 2010 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Cougar | 2010 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Ford | Pagani |
| Model | Cougar | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
