Ferrari F40 vs Pagani Zonda

How does the Ferrari F40 stack up against the Pagani Zonda? We put their headline specs side by side so you can see exactly where each car leads.

Ferrari F40Ferrari F40
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Pagani ZondaPagani Zonda
SpecFerrari F40Pagani Zonda
Horsepower (max)478 hp800 hp
0-100 km/h (fastest)4.1 s2.7 s
Top speed324 km/h350 km/h
Variants110
Body styleMid-engine twin-turbo V8 hypercarMid-engine V12 (heritage)
GenerationF40C8
Production1987 – 19921999 – 2017
Length4,358 mm4,435 mm
Width1,970 mm2,055 mm
Height1,124 mm1,141 mm
Wheelbase2,450 mm2,730 mm

Ferrari F40 vs Pagani Zonda: common questions

Is the Ferrari F40 or Pagani Zonda faster?
The Pagani Zonda is quicker, hitting 0-60 mph in 2.6s versus the Ferrari F40's 3.9s (0-100 km/h in 2.7s vs 4.1s).
Which has more horsepower, the Ferrari F40 or the Pagani Zonda?
The Pagani Zonda makes more power: 800 hp (597 kW) versus 478 hp (356 kW) for the Ferrari F40.
Is the Ferrari F40 or Pagani Zonda faster on top speed?
The Pagani Zonda has the higher top speed at 217 mph (350 km/h), versus 201 mph (324 km/h) for the Ferrari F40.
What is the main difference between the Ferrari F40 and the Pagani Zonda?
The Ferrari F40 is a mid-engine twin-turbo v8 hypercar, while the Pagani Zonda is a mid-engine v12 (heritage). That difference in body style drives most of the others.