2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2011 Pagani Huayra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Pagani Huayra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 302 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. (398 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Huayra should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Pagani Huayra weights approximately 295 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Huayra (740 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. (546 Nm). This means 2011 Pagani Huayra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Pagani Huayra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pagani |
| Model | Corvette | Huayra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 398 HP | 700 HP |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 740 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 370 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 3.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4605 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2036 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1169 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2795 mm |
