2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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 197 more horse power than 2009 Porsche 911. (350 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2005 Pagani Zonda.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Pagani Zonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (400 Nm). This means 2005 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2005 Pagani Zonda has manual transmission. 2005 Pagani Zonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 2005 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Porsche | Pagani |
| Model | 911 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3823 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 547 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
