1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2005 Pagani Zonda is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Corvette 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 202 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. (345 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 145 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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. (475 Nm). This means 2005 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pagani |
| Model | Corvette | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 547 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Top Speed | 277 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
