Italy vs Italy — 2002 vs 2009
| Enzo V12 | Zonda Cinque Roadster | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 660 hp | 678 hp |
| Torque | 485 lb-ft | 575 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 5,998 cc | 7,291 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 3.3 sec | 3.4 sec |
| Top Speed | 221 mph | 214 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 11.0 sec | 10.8 sec |
| Weight | 3,009 lbs | 2,668 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,650 mm | 2,730 mm |
| Length | 4,702 mm | 4,435 mm |
| Units Produced | 400 | 10 |
| Original MSRP | $659,330 | $1,850,000 |
| Value (Excellent) | $5,000,000 | $10,000,000 |
| Collectibility | 10/10 | 10/10 |
| Rarity | 9/10 | 10/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 2002 Ferrari Enzo V12 brings quicker acceleration, higher top speed, better value to the table, and the 2009 Pagani Zonda Cinque Roadster answers with lighter weight, greater rarity. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
In the world of Hypercar cars, few comparisons generate as much discussion as the 2002 Ferrari Enzo V12 versus the 2009 Pagani Zonda Cinque Roadster. Both hail from Modern classic and represent the pinnacle of their respective manufacturers' ambitions. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 2002 Ferrari Enzo V12 producing 660 hp and the 2009 Pagani Zonda Cinque Roadster delivering 678 hp. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Ferrari Enzo uses a V12 DOHC 48V (Tipo F140B) displacing 5,998 cc, while the Pagani Zonda Cinque relies on a V12 SOHC with 7,291 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 2002 Ferrari Enzo V12 edges ahead at 3.3 seconds versus 3.4 seconds. The Pagani Zonda Cinque carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 341 lbs lighter. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 10 units built, the 2009 Pagani Zonda Cinque Roadster is considerably scarcer than the Ferrari Enzo's 400 examples.