2009 Ford Focus vs. 1999 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pagani Zonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pagani Zonda would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pagani Zonda (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 112 kg more than 1999 Pagani Zonda.
Because 1999 Pagani Zonda 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 1999 Pagani Zonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus, 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, 1999 Pagani Zonda (569 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1999 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1999 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Ford | Pagani |
| Model | Focus | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
