1992 Ferrari 456 vs. 2006 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2006 Pagani Zonda is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1992 Ferrari 456. (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1992 Ferrari 456. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ferrari 456. (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ferrari 456.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 456 | 2006 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pagani |
| Model | 456 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5472 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 594 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1700 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
