2005 Porsche 996 vs. 2009 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2009 Pagani Zonda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pagani Zonda (740 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 2005 Porsche 996. (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche 996. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 996 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2009 Pagani Zonda.
Because 2005 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Pagani Zonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Pagani Zonda (708 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 996. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 996 | 2009 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Porsche | Pagani |
| Model | 996 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3594 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 740 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 708 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4886 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2785 mm |
