1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2006 Pagani Zonda is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Corvette 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 189 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. (405 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 359 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. (522 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pagani |
Model | Corvette | Zonda |
Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 405 HP | 594 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 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 | 1589 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |