2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2003 Pagani Zonda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pagani Zonda (547 HP) has 162 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. (385 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 63 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Pagani Zonda (750 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. (522 Nm). This means 2003 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pagani |
Model | Corvette | Zonda |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 547 HP |
Torque | 522 Nm | 750 Nm |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4395 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1151 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |