2012 Pagani Huayra vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2012 Pagani Huayra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Pagani Huayra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 513 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Pagani Huayra should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 505 kg more than 2012 Pagani Huayra.
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, 2012 Pagani Huayra (740 Nm) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (401 Nm). This means 2012 Pagani Huayra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2012 Pagani Huayra has manual transmission. 2012 Pagani Huayra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Pagani Huayra | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Pagani | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Huayra | E |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 700 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 740 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 370 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.5 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4605 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2036 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1169 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2795 mm | 2860 mm |
