2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2002 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Pagani Zonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Pagani Zonda would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pagani Zonda (547 HP) has 197 more horse power than 2008 Porsche 911. (350 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2008 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Pagani Zonda (750 Nm) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (400 Nm). This means 2002 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 2002 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Porsche | Pagani |
| Model | 911 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3823 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 547 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 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 | 1505 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
