2005 Morgan 4 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 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Morgan 4 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 481 more horse power than 2005 Morgan 4. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 599 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Morgan 4 | 2008 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Morgan | Pagani |
| Model | 4 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 594 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |
