2003 Lotus Esprit vs. 2005 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2005 Pagani Zonda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pagani Zonda (547 HP) has 307 more horse power than 2003 Lotus Esprit. (240 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2003 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 Pagani Zonda.
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, 2005 Pagani Zonda (750 Nm) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lotus Esprit. (294 Nm). This means 2005 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lotus Esprit | 2005 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Lotus | Pagani |
| Model | Esprit | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 547 HP |
| Torque | 294 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 | 1305 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2730 mm |
