1997 Porsche Boxster vs. 2002 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2002 Pagani Zonda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pagani Zonda (547 HP) has 346 more horse power than 1997 Porsche Boxster. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1997 Porsche Boxster.
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, 2002 Pagani Zonda (750 Nm) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche Boxster. (245 Nm). This means 2002 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Porsche Boxster | 2002 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Porsche | Pagani |
| Model | Boxster | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2480 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 547 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
