2002 Pagani Zonda vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Pagani Zonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Pagani Zonda would be higher. 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 365 more horse power than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 490 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, 2012 Buick LaCrosse, 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 517 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm). This means 2002 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. 2012 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2002 Pagani Zonda has manual transmission. 2002 Pagani Zonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Pagani Zonda | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Pagani | Buick |
| Model | Zonda | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7300 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4395 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2055 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1151 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2837 mm |
