2008 Audi R8 vs. 2009 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2009 Pagani Zonda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi R8 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pagani Zonda (740 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 2008 Audi R8. (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi R8 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2009 Pagani Zonda.
Because 2008 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Pagani Zonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 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, 2009 Pagani Zonda (708 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi R8. (431 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 2009 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Audi | Pagani |
| Model | R8 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 740 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 708 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4886 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2785 mm |
