1998 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2010 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2010 Pagani Zonda is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 457 more horse power than 1998 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1998 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 310 kg more than 1998 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 582 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Morgan Plus 4 | 2010 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Morgan | Pagani |
Model | Plus 4 | Zonda |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 594 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |