2010 Pagani Zonda vs. 2011 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2011 Pagani Huayra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Pagani Zonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Pagani Zonda would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 153 more horse power than 2010 Pagani Zonda. (547 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Huayra should accelerate faster than 2010 Pagani Zonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Pagani Huayra weights approximately 120 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Pagani Huayra. (740 Nm). This means 2010 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Pagani Huayra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Pagani Zonda | 2011 Pagani Huayra | |
| Make | Pagani | Pagani |
| Model | Zonda | Huayra |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7300 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 700 HP |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 740 Nm |
| 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 | 1230 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4435 mm | 4605 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2055 mm | 2036 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1141 mm | 1169 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2795 mm |
