1990 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2008 Pagani Zonda is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 427 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 70 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 602 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (157 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Pagani |
| Model | Spider | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 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 | 1160 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |
