2003 AC Cobra vs. 2002 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2003 AC Cobra is newer by 1 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 197 more horse power than 2003 AC Cobra. (350 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2003 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 188 kg more than 2003 AC Cobra. 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 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 AC Cobra. (400 Nm). This means 2002 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Cobra | 2002 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | AC | Pagani |
| Model | Cobra | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 547 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 750 Nm |
| 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 | 1062 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2730 mm |
