2007 Pagani Zonda vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Pagani Zonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Pagani Zonda would be higher. 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 407 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 485 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 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. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Pagani Zonda | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Pagani | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Zonda | E |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 7300 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 594 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4435 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2055 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1141 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |