2002 Caterham Superlight R vs. 2002 Pagani Zonda
To start off, both 2002 Caterham Superlight R 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 357 more horse power than 2002 Caterham Superlight R. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2002 Caterham Superlight R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 760 kg more than 2002 Caterham Superlight R. 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, 2002 Pagani Zonda (750 Nm) has 547 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Caterham Superlight R. (203 Nm). This means 2002 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Caterham Superlight R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Caterham Superlight R | 2002 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Caterham | Pagani |
| Model | Superlight R | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 547 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Top Speed | 220 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 | 490 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2730 mm |
