1996 Lexus GS vs. 1999 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 1999 Pagani Zonda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lexus GS would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pagani Zonda (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1996 Lexus GS. (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1996 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus GS weights approximately 470 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Pagani Zonda (569 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lexus GS. (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lexus GS. 1996 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1999 Pagani Zonda has manual transmission. 1999 Pagani Zonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lexus GS | 1999 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Lexus | Pagani |
| Model | GS | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |
