2011 Pagani Huayra vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo

To start off, both 2011 Pagani Huayra and 2011 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Pagani Huayra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 641 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Huayra should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Pagani Huayra weights approximately 283 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Pagani Huayra 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 2011 Pagani Huayra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 2011 Pagani Huayra (740 Nm) has 632 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (108 Nm). This means 2011 Pagani Huayra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Polo.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Pagani Huayra 2011 Volkswagen Polo
Make Pagani Volkswagen
Model Huayra Polo
Year Released 2011 2011
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5980 cc 1200 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 700 HP 59 HP
Torque 740 Nm 108 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 370 km/hour 155 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 3.5 seconds 16.1 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 1067 kg
Vehicle Length 4605 mm 3970 mm
Vehicle Width 2036 mm 1682 mm
Vehicle Height 1169 mm 1462 mm
Wheelbase Size 2795 mm 2470 mm