2001 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2005 Pagani Zonda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pagani Zonda (547 HP) has 97 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Viper. (450 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Viper weights approximately 680 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Pagani Zonda (750 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Viper. (664 Nm). This means 2005 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Viper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Viper | 2005 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Dodge | Pagani |
| Model | Viper | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 547 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1250 kg |
