2005 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2008 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2008 Pagani Zonda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Ferrari Maranello. (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2005 Ferrari Maranello. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 445 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ferrari Maranello. (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2008 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ferrari Maranello.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari Maranello | 2008 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pagani |
| Model | Maranello | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5997 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 594 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 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 | 1675 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
