2005 Pagani Zonda vs. 2012 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Maxima is newer by 7 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 257 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Maxima. (290 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 356 kg more than 2005 Pagani Zonda.
Because 2005 Pagani Zonda is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Pagani Zonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 397 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Maxima. (353 Nm). This means 2005 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pagani Zonda | 2012 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Pagani | Nissan |
| Model | Zonda | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7300 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 290 HP |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4395 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2055 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1151 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2776 mm |
