1999 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2001 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2001 Pagani Zonda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pagani Zonda (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. (238 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 434 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Pagani Zonda (569 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar S-Type | 2001 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Jaguar | Pagani |
| Model | S-Type | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2730 mm |
