1983 Ferrari 308 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 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 308 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 159 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 308. (230 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 256 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 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 308. (255 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ferrari 308 | 2000 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Ferrari | Pagani |
Model | 308 | Zonda |
Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2925 cc | 5987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 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 | 1506 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4395 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1151 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |