2008 Maserati V8 GranSport 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 Maserati V8 GranSport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport weights approximately 450 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 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport. 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport has automatic transmission and 2011 Pagani Zonda has manual transmission. 2011 Pagani Zonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Maserati V8 GranSport | 2011 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Maserati | Pagani |
Model | V8 GranSport | Zonda |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 547 HP |
Torque | 451 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |