2000 Acura NSX vs. 2010 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2010 Pagani Zonda is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura NSX 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 67 more horse power than 2000 Acura NSX. (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 345 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura NSX. (542 Nm). This means 2010 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 2010 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Acura | Pagani |
| Model | NSX | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |
