2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1999 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pagani Zonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pagani Zonda would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pagani Zonda (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 535 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Pagani Zonda (569 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1999 Pagani Zonda has manual transmission. 1999 Pagani Zonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 1999 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pagani |
Model | E | Zonda |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 5987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4395 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1151 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |