2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2012 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2012 Pagani Huayra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Pagani Huayra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 552 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Pagani Huayra 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 260 kg more than 2012 Pagani Huayra.
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, 2012 Pagani Huayra (740 Nm) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (340 Nm). This means 2012 Pagani Huayra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 2012 Pagani Huayra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pagani |
| Model | E | Huayra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 700 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 740 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 370 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 3.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4605 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2036 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1169 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2795 mm |
