2002 Maserati Spyder vs. 2011 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2011 Pagani Zonda is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Maserati Spyder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Maserati Spyder would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2002 Maserati Spyder. (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2002 Maserati Spyder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 450 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Maserati Spyder. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Maserati Spyder.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Maserati Spyder | 2011 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Maserati | Pagani |
Model | Spyder | Zonda |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4253 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 547 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
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 | 1680 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |