1992 Acura NSX vs. 2008 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2008 Pagani Zonda is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Acura NSX 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 275 more horse power than 1992 Acura NSX. (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1992 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Acura NSX weights approximately 140 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 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2008 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Acura NSX | 2008 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Acura | Pagani |
Model | NSX | Zonda |
Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 547 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 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 | 1370 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |