2003 Pagani Zonda vs. 2011 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2011 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Pagani Zonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Pagani Zonda would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pagani Zonda (547 HP) has 296 more horse power than 2011 Buick Park Avenue. (251 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2011 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 641 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Pagani Zonda (750 Nm) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick Park Avenue. (340 Nm). This means 2003 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick Park Avenue. 2011 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2003 Pagani Zonda has manual transmission. 2003 Pagani Zonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Pagani Zonda | 2011 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Pagani | Buick |
Model | Zonda | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 7300 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 547 HP | 251 HP |
Torque | 750 Nm | 340 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4395 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2055 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1151 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3009 mm |