2009 Hyundai Genesis vs. 1999 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Genesis 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 99 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Genesis. (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Genesis.
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, 1999 Pagani Zonda (569 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Genesis. (358 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Genesis. 2009 Hyundai Genesis has automatic transmission and 1999 Pagani Zonda has manual transmission. 1999 Pagani Zonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Genesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Genesis | 1999 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Hyundai | Pagani |
| Model | Genesis | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2730 mm |
