1986 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2007 Pagani Zonda is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Corvette 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 364 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 208 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 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pagani |
Model | Corvette | Zonda |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 594 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |