2004 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2007 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2007 Pagani Zonda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 515 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. 2004 Ford Thunderbird has automatic transmission and 2007 Pagani Zonda has manual transmission. 2007 Pagani Zonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Thunderbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Thunderbird | 2007 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Ford | Pagani |
Model | Thunderbird | Zonda |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3934 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 594 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |