2005 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2005 Pagani Zonda
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2005 Pagani Zonda were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 399 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2005 Pagani Zonda.
Because 2005 Pagani Zonda is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Pagani Zonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 569 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166. (181 Nm). This means 2005 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2005 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Pagani |
| Model | 166 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 547 HP |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
