1999 Pagani Zonda vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pagani Zonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pagani Zonda would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pagani Zonda (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 437 kg more than 1999 Pagani Zonda.
Because 1999 Pagani Zonda is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Pagani Zonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Pagani Zonda (569 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 407. 2006 Peugeot 407 has automatic transmission and 1999 Pagani Zonda has manual transmission. 1999 Pagani Zonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Peugeot 407 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Pagani Zonda | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Pagani | Peugeot |
| Model | Zonda | 407 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4395 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2055 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1151 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
