1999 Dodge Viper vs. 2002 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2002 Pagani Zonda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pagani Zonda (547 HP) has 87 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Viper. (460 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Viper weights approximately 190 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Pagani Zonda (750 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Viper. (678 Nm). This means 2002 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Viper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Viper | 2002 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Dodge | Pagani |
| Model | Viper | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 547 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 378 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1250 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2730 mm |
