2000 Audi A8 vs. 2000 Pagani Zonda
To start off, both 2000 Audi A8 and 2000 Pagani Zonda were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pagani Zonda (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2000 Pagani Zonda.
Because 2000 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 2000 Pagani Zonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8, 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, 2000 Pagani Zonda (569 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (380 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2000 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8. 2000 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2000 Pagani Zonda has manual transmission. 2000 Pagani Zonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2000 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Audi | Pagani |
| Model | A8 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
