2008 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic 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 512 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 10 kg more than 2011 Pagani Zonda.
Because 2011 Pagani Zonda is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Pagani Zonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 640 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2011 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Honda | Pagani |
Model | Civic | Zonda |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 594 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |