2009 Audi R8 vs. 2007 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Pagani Zonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Pagani Zonda would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Audi R8. (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2007 Pagani Zonda.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Pagani Zonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi R8. (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2007 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Audi | Pagani |
| Model | R8 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
