1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 1999 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 1999 Pagani Zonda is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pagani Zonda (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Pagani Zonda (569 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ferrari 400 | 1999 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Ferrari | Pagani |
Model | 400 | Zonda |
Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4822 cc | 5987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4395 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1151 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |