2007 Acura RL vs. 2012 Pagani Huayra

To start off, 2012 Pagani Huayra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura RL would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Pagani Huayra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 410 more horse power than 2007 Acura RL. (290 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Pagani Huayra should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura RL weights approximately 225 kg more than 2012 Pagani Huayra.

Because 2007 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Pagani Huayra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL 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, 2012 Pagani Huayra (740 Nm) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RL. (348 Nm). This means 2012 Pagani Huayra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RL. 2007 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2012 Pagani Huayra has manual transmission. 2012 Pagani Huayra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2007 Acura RL 2012 Pagani Huayra
Make Acura Pagani
Model RL Huayra
Year Released 2007 2012
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3471 cc 5980 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 290 HP 700 HP
Torque 348 Nm 740 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4605 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 2036 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1169 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2795 mm