2005 Pagani Zonda vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Pagani Zonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pagani Zonda would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pagani Zonda (547 HP) has 319 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. (228 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 2005 Pagani Zonda (750 Nm) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2005 Pagani Zonda has manual transmission. 2005 Pagani Zonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pagani Zonda | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Pagani | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Zonda | SL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7300 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 228 HP |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 335 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.7 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4395 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1151 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
