1988 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2005 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2005 Pagani Zonda is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pagani Zonda (547 HP) has 276 more horse power than 1988 Ferrari Mondial. (271 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1988 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Pagani Zonda (750 Nm) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari Mondial. (304 Nm). This means 2005 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari Mondial | 2005 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pagani |
| Model | Mondial | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 547 HP |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
