1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 2007 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2007 Pagani Zonda is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 208 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 439 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (155 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 6 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 589 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 2007 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pagani |
| Model | 208 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 594 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |
