Pagani Utopia

vs

Lamborghini Centenario

Italy vs Italy — 2022 vs 2016

Pagani Utopia (2022)
Lamborghini Centenario (2016)
Specifications
Utopia StandardCentenario LP 770-4
Horsepower864 hp770 hp
Torque811 lb-ft509 lb-ft
Engine Size5,980 cc6,498 cc
0-60 mph2.8 sec2.8 sec
Top Speed230 mph217 mph
¼ Mile10.2 sec10.4 sec
Weight2,822 lbs3,351 lbs
Wheelbase2,700 mm2,700 mm
Length4,645 mm4,924 mm
Units Produced9940
Original MSRP$3,400,000$1,900,000
Value (Excellent)$7,000,000$7,000,000
Collectibility10/1010/10
Rarity10/1010/10
The Verdict

It's a closely fought contest. The 2022 Pagani Utopia Standard brings more power, higher top speed, lighter weight to the table, and the 2016 Lamborghini Centenario LP 770-4 answers with quicker acceleration, greater rarity. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.

Overview

In the world of Hypercar cars, few comparisons generate as much discussion as the 2022 Pagani Utopia Standard versus the 2016 Lamborghini Centenario LP 770-4. Both hail from Modern classic and represent the pinnacle of their respective manufacturers' ambitions. The 2022 Pagani Utopia Standard holds a clear advantage in raw power with 864 hp compared to 770 hp, a 94-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Pagani Utopia uses a V12 Twin-Turbocharged displacing 5,980 cc, while the Lamborghini Centenario relies on a V12 DOHC with 6,498 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 2016 Lamborghini Centenario LP 770-4 edges ahead at 2.8 seconds versus 2.8 seconds. The Pagani Utopia carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 529 lbs lighter. Both trade at comparable values on the collector market, making the choice between them largely one of personal preference.