1983 Ferrari 208 vs. 2000 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2000 Pagani Zonda is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pagani Zonda (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Pagani Zonda (569 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2000 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 208 | 2000 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pagani |
| Model | 208 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |
