2009 Ferrari 599 vs. 2001 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 599 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pagani Zonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pagani Zonda would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2001 Pagani Zonda. (389 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2001 Pagani Zonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 515 kg more than 2001 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, 2009 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pagani Zonda. (569 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pagani Zonda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 599 | 2001 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pagani |
| Model | 599 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.7 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
