2011 Pagani Zonda vs. 2002 Acura CL

To start off, 2011 Pagani Zonda is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura CL would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 350 kg more than 2011 Pagani Zonda.

Because 2011 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 2011 Pagani Zonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL, 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 Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL. 2002 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2011 Pagani Zonda has manual transmission. 2011 Pagani Zonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Pagani Zonda 2002 Acura CL
Make Pagani Acura
Model Zonda CL
Year Released 2011 2002
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 7300 cc 3210 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 594 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 6150 RPM 6900 RPM
Torque 759 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1230 kg 1580 kg
Vehicle Length 4435 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 2055 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1141 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2580 mm


 

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