2008 Ferrari 612 vs. 2005 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 612 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Pagani Zonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pagani Zonda would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pagani Zonda (547 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Ferrari 612. (541 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2008 Ferrari 612. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 675 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Pagani Zonda (750 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ferrari 612. (587 Nm). This means 2005 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ferrari 612.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari 612 | 2005 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pagani |
| Model | 612 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 547 HP |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 350 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 350 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2730 mm |
