2007 Pagani Zonda vs. 2007 Audi A3
To start off, both 2007 Pagani Zonda and 2007 Audi A3 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2007 Pagani Zonda.
Because 2007 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Pagani Zonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 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, 2007 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3. 2007 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2007 Pagani Zonda has manual transmission. 2007 Pagani Zonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Pagani Zonda | 2007 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Pagani | Audi |
| Model | Zonda | A3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7300 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 594 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4435 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2055 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1141 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
