2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2001 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pagani Zonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pagani Zonda would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Pagani Zonda. (389 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2001 Pagani Zonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 544 kg more than 2001 Pagani Zonda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Centieme is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Pagani Zonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Pagani Zonda (569 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Centieme. (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Centieme.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 2001 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Buick | Pagani |
| Model | Centieme | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |
