2011 Pagani Zonda vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Pagani Zonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Pagani Zonda 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 234 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti M. (360 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 643 kg more than 2011 Pagani Zonda.
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. 2012 Infiniti M 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. 2012 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Pagani Zonda | 2012 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Pagani | Infiniti |
| Model | Zonda | M |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7300 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 594 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1873 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4435 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2055 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1141 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2901 mm |
