2004 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2005 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2005 Pagani Zonda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda RX-8 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 358 more horse power than 2004 Mazda RX-8. (189 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 142 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 530 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda RX-8 | 2005 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Mazda | Pagani |
| Model | RX-8 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 547 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
