2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Pagani Zonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pagani Zonda would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pagani Zonda (547 HP) has 117 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. (430 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 16 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Pagani Zonda (750 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. (575 Nm). This means 2005 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pagani |
| Model | Corvette | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 547 HP |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
