1989 Ferrari Mythos vs. 2008 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2008 Pagani Zonda is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari Mythos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari Mythos would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1989 Ferrari Mythos. (376 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1989 Ferrari Mythos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mythos weights approximately 20 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari Mythos. (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari Mythos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Mythos | 2008 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pagani |
| Model | Mythos | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 594 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 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 | 1250 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
