1996 Caterham 7 vs. 2007 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2007 Pagani Zonda is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1996 Caterham 7. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1996 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 752 kg more than 1996 Caterham 7. 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, 2007 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 603 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Caterham 7. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Caterham 7 | 2007 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Caterham | Pagani |
| Model | 7 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 478 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2730 mm |
