1998 Chrysler Chronos vs. 2009 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2009 Pagani Zonda is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chrysler Chronos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chrysler Chronos would be higher. Both 1998 Chrysler Chronos and 2009 Pagani Zonda are equipped with a 6,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pagani Zonda (740 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 1998 Chrysler Chronos. (350 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1998 Chrysler Chronos.
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, 2009 Pagani Zonda (708 Nm) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Chronos. (311 Nm). This means 2009 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Chronos. 1998 Chrysler Chronos 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. 1998 Chrysler Chronos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Chronos | 2009 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pagani |
| Model | Chronos | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 740 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 708 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4886 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2785 mm |
