2005 Bugatti Chiron vs. 2000 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2005 Bugatti Chiron is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pagani Zonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pagani Zonda would be higher. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2005 Bugatti Chiron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bugatti Chiron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2000 Pagani Zonda. (389 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 2000 Pagani Zonda.
Because 2005 Bugatti Chiron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Pagani Zonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Bugatti Chiron 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, 2005 Bugatti Chiron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pagani Zonda. (569 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pagani Zonda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bugatti Chiron | 2000 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Bugatti | Pagani |
| Model | Chiron | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1151 mm |
