1996 Toyota MR2 vs. 2005 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2005 Pagani Zonda is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pagani Zonda (547 HP) has 473 more horse power than 1996 Toyota MR2. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Pagani Zonda (750 Nm) has 619 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (131 Nm). This means 2005 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota MR2 | 2005 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Toyota | Pagani |
| Model | MR2 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 547 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
