2008 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2008 Pagani Zonda
To start off, both 2008 Bentley Continental GTC 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 (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Bentley Continental GTC. (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2008 Bentley Continental GTC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1245 kg more than 2008 Pagani Zonda.
Because 2008 Bentley Continental GTC 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 Bentley Continental GTC 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Bentley Continental GTC. (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Bentley Continental GTC. 2008 Bentley Continental GTC 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 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Bentley Continental GTC | 2008 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Bentley | Pagani |
Model | Continental GTC | Zonda |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 594 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |