2006 Cadillac STS vs. 2011 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2011 Pagani Zonda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac STS. (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac STS weights approximately 552 kg more than 2011 Pagani Zonda.
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, 2011 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac STS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac STS. 2006 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2011 Pagani Zonda has manual transmission. 2011 Pagani Zonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS | 2011 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Cadillac | Pagani |
| Model | STS | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2730 mm |
