1991 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 2001 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2001 Pagani Zonda is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2001 Pagani Zonda. (389 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2001 Pagani Zonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 320 kg more than 2001 Pagani Zonda. 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, 2001 Pagani Zonda (569 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ferrari 512 TR. (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ferrari 512 TR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari 512 TR | 2001 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pagani |
| Model | 512 TR | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 5987 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 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 | 1570 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
