2004 Porsche Boxster vs. 2011 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2011 Pagani Zonda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 120 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Porsche Boxster | 2011 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Porsche | Pagani |
Model | Boxster | Zonda |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2687 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 594 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
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 | 1350 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |