2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2002 Pagani Zonda
To start off, both 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2002 Pagani Zonda were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pagani Zonda (547 HP) has 300 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (247 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2002 Pagani Zonda.
Because 2002 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 2002 Pagani Zonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156, 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, 2002 Pagani Zonda (750 Nm) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (305 Nm). This means 2002 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2002 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Pagani |
Model | 156 | Zonda |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3177 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 547 HP |
Torque | 305 Nm | 750 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4395 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1151 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |