2009 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2011 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2011 Pagani Huayra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Pagani Huayra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 537 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Huayra should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 45 kg more than 2011 Pagani Huayra.
Because 2011 Pagani Huayra 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 Huayra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT, 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 Huayra (740 Nm) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm). This means 2011 Pagani Huayra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo GT | 2011 Pagani Huayra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Pagani |
| Model | GT | Huayra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 700 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 740 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 370 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 3.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4605 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2036 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1169 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2795 mm |
