2009 Dodge Viper vs. 2007 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper 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 8,356 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Pagani Zonda. (547 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2007 Pagani Zonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 461 kg more than 2007 Pagani Zonda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, both vehicles can yield 759 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Viper | 2007 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Dodge | Pagani |
| Model | Viper | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 8356 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1691 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
