1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet vs. 2006 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2006 Pagani Zonda is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet.
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, 2006 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 609 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet | 2006 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pagani |
| Model | F300 Life Jet | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2730 mm |
