1993 Porsche 993 vs. 2003 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2003 Pagani Zonda is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pagani Zonda (547 HP) has 265 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 993. (282 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 993 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Pagani Zonda (750 Nm) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 993. (347 Nm). This means 2003 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 993 | 2003 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Porsche | Pagani |
| Model | 993 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 547 HP |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 750 Nm |
| 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 | 1420 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2730 mm |
