1999 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2008 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2008 Pagani Zonda is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 491 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (103 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2008 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 2008 Pagani Zonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2008 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 614 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Golf | 2008 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Pagani |
| Model | Golf | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 594 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
