1998 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pagani Zonda (740 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 567 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1000 kg more than 2009 Pagani Zonda.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram 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, 1998 Dodge Ram 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 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 2009 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Dodge | Pagani |
| Model | Ram | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 740 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 708 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4886 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2785 mm |
