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Pagani Zonda C12 S 7.3 V12 (555 Hp)
Pagani Zonda:
The Pagani Zonda is a mid-engine sports car produced by Italian sports car manufacturer Pagani. It debuted at the 1999 Geneva Motor Show. Produced on commission in limited units, as of 2019 a total of 140 cars had been built, including development mules. Variants include a two-door coupé and roadster variant, along with a third new variant being the barchetta. Construction is mainly of carbon fibre.
The Zonda was originally to be named the "Fangio F1" after Formula One champion Juan Manuel Fangio, but, following his death in 1995, it was renamed for the Zonda wind, a term for a hot air current above Argentina....(Read more on Wikipedia)
C12 Overview:
Pagani Zonda (C12). With 750 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1280 kg, it’s quite light. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 3.7 s). A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 2 makes it ideal for daily use.
Community Verdict
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3 / 5
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Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • High-performance engine delivering 555 hp.
- • Sporty acceleration: 0-100 km/h in 3.7 sec.
- • Rear-wheel drive layout for enhanced handling and balance.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
Cons:
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Overall Rating: 4/5
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(C12: 1999 - 2002).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Pagani |
| Model: | Zonda |
| Generation: | C12 |
| Modification (Engine): | S 7.3 V12 (555 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2002 |
| End of production: | 2005 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 2 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 555 Hp @ 5900 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 76.1 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 750 Nm @ 4050 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 7291 |
| Number of cylinders: | 12 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine layout: | Middle, Longitudinal |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 3.7 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 3.7 sec |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 2.3 kg/Hp, 433.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 1.7 kg/Nm, 585.9 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 3.5 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1280 |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4395 mm mm [50mm more] |
| Width: | 2055 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1151 mm mm [1mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2730 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 255/40 R18; 345/35 R18 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
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