2008 Acura RL vs. 2008 Pagani Zonda
To start off, both 2008 Acura RL and 2008 Pagani Zonda were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2008 Acura RL. (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura RL weights approximately 44 kg more than 2008 Pagani Zonda.
Because 2008 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Pagani Zonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura RL. 2008 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2008 Pagani Zonda has manual transmission. 2008 Pagani Zonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura RL | 2008 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Acura | Pagani |
Model | RL | Zonda |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 547 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
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 | 1274 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |