2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2011 Pagani Zonda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 36 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pagani |
Model | Corvette | Zonda |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 505 HP | 594 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |