1998 Porsche 993 vs. 2011 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2011 Pagani Zonda is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1998 Porsche 993. (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1998 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2011 Pagani Zonda.
Because 1998 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Pagani Zonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 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, 2011 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 993. (542 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Porsche 993 | 2011 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Porsche | Pagani |
Model | 993 | Zonda |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 547 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2730 mm |