1998 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL. (367 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 725 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL. (530 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2009 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2009 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pagani |
Model | CL | Zonda |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5786 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 367 HP | 547 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2730 mm |