1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2005 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2005 Pagani Zonda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pagani Zonda (547 HP) has 413 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (134 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Pagani Zonda (750 Nm) has 565 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (185 Nm). This means 2005 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2005 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pagani |
| Model | CLK | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 547 HP |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
