1999 Porsche 996 vs. 2010 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2010 Pagani Zonda is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche 996 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 (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1999 Porsche 996. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1999 Porsche 996. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 996 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2010 Pagani Zonda.
Because 1999 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Pagani Zonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 996 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, 2010 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche 996. (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Porsche 996 | 2010 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Porsche | Pagani |
| Model | 996 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3387 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
