1997 Ford F-250 vs. 2009 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2009 Pagani Zonda is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pagani Zonda (740 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 508 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-250. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1340 kg more than 2009 Pagani Zonda.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Pagani Zonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Pagani Zonda (708 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-250. (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-250. 1997 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2009 Pagani Zonda has manual transmission. 2009 Pagani Zonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Ford F-250 | 2009 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Ford | Pagani |
Model | F-250 | Zonda |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7275 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 740 HP |
Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 677 Nm | 708 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4886 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2785 mm |