2003 Dodge Viper vs. 1999 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pagani Zonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pagani Zonda would be higher. At 8,195 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1999 Pagani Zonda. (389 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1999 Pagani Zonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Viper weights approximately 273 kg more than 1999 Pagani Zonda. 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, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pagani Zonda. (569 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pagani Zonda.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Viper | 1999 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Dodge | Pagani |
Model | Viper | Zonda |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 8195 cc | 5987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 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 | 1523 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4395 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1151 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |