2004 Caterham 7 vs. 2010 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2010 Pagani Zonda is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 2004 Caterham 7. (251 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2004 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 760 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7. 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, 2010 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Caterham 7 | 2010 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Caterham | Pagani |
| Model | 7 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 594 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2730 mm |
