2004 Audi RS6 vs. 2001 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2004 Audi RS6 is newer by 3 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, 2004 Audi RS6 (445 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2001 Pagani Zonda. (389 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Pagani Zonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi RS6 weights approximately 590 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 2004 Audi RS6 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, 2004 Audi RS6 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi RS6. (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2001 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi RS6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi RS6 | 2001 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Audi | Pagani |
| Model | RS6 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
