1998 Chrysler Viper vs. 2007 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2007 Pagani Zonda is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1998 Chrysler Viper. (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1998 Chrysler Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 360 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Viper. (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Viper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Viper | 2007 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pagani |
| Model | Viper | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1590 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
