2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2012 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2012 Pagani Huayra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Pagani Huayra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 551 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (149 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Pagani Huayra should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 65 kg more than 2012 Pagani Huayra.
Because 2012 Pagani Huayra 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 2012 Pagani Huayra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider, 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, 2012 Pagani Huayra (740 Nm) has 559 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (181 Nm). This means 2012 Pagani Huayra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2012 Pagani Huayra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Pagani |
Model | Spider | Huayra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 700 HP |
Torque | 181 Nm | 740 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 370 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 3.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4605 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2036 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1169 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2795 mm |