1997 Bentley Turbo vs. 2008 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2008 Pagani Zonda is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Bentley Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Bentley Turbo would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1997 Bentley Turbo. (396 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1997 Bentley Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 1165 kg more than 2008 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, 1997 Bentley Turbo (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pagani Zonda. (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pagani Zonda. 1997 Bentley Turbo has automatic transmission and 2008 Pagani Zonda has manual transmission. 2008 Pagani Zonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Bentley Turbo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Turbo | 2008 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Bentley | Pagani |
| Model | Turbo | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 594 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2730 mm |
