2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2007 Pagani Zonda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. (405 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 184 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. (542 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pagani |
Model | Corvette | Zonda |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 405 HP | 547 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |