Horacio Pagani has been teasing us with rumors of a Zonda R for quite some time now. Word that the Italian sportscar manufacturer was planning a purely racing version of the Zonda first surfaced in 2006 while multiple different rounds of renderings have left us all wondering, are they actually going to build this thing or what? (Check here and here.) Never one to disappoint, it seems like Mr. Pagani has really out done himself this time.

Despite sharing the same general body lines, the Zonda R only shares only about 10 percent of the same parts as its road going sibling the Zonda F. The most notable difference coming from the extreme aerodynamics designed for maximum downforce while you’re speeding around the track. The Zonda R also benefits from a wider and longer wheelbase as well. The street legal Zonda F is already capable of lapping the Nurburgring in 7m 28s, we’re patiently awaiting track times for the R.

Quick Spec:

6.0l Mercedes-Benz V12
750hp and 710Nm of torque
2359 lbs race weight
0-62 in 3.0 sec
Top Speed – 233mph

Press Release:

A Pagani Zonda is never shy of a drive at the racetrack, a fact that was undermined numerous times in the past with records for production vehicles at the NurburgringNordschleife. With the input of its avid track focused customers, the Pagani team has created the Zonda R using bespoke engineering solutions to meet the performance demands for a trackday version of the highly popular Zonda F.

The central monocoque is made of a Carbon-Titanium composite, increasing rigidity while reducing significantly the weight. Bolted directly to the chassis is the Mercedes AMG 6.0 litre race derived V12 engine, with 750 hp and 710 Nm of torque. A direct throttle actuation via mechanical cable ensures immediate throttle response.

The Xtrac Magnesium cased dog ring gearbox combined with tha Automac Engineering AMT system performs gearshifts in 20ms, triggered by the drivers input on the paddles behind the steering wheel. A 12-way Bosch Motorsport traction control and ABS system allows the driver to fully adjust the settings while driving the Zonda R.

At the pits, each driver will be able to find a suitable setup thanks to a fully adjustable suspension and wing configuration. The effectiveness of the rear is matched by a complex new front bonnet, a masterpiece realised with the help of models by Ennegi, as well as the closed underbody and rear diffusor. Aerodynamic setups rage from a high downforce setting of 1.500kg to a 350kmh top speed setting.

Aspa forged AvionAl suspension components as well as machined structural ErgAl parts holding the engine and gearbox have been designed to reduce the weight of the overall car, Poggipolini Titanium screws are used on the whole car. These measures lead to a
dry weight of 1.070 kg.

The interior has been designed to offer a perfect environment for the driver. The controls are limited to the indispensable, but the quality finish reflects the usual demanding Pagani standards. The bespoke Toora seats are FIA homologated and comply to latest HANS standards, five-point safety belts and a CrMo roll-cage assure the occupants’ safety. The lucky owners of the Zonda R will experience a level of performance on the track, that is simply not possible on the road. A power-to-weight ratio of 701 hp-per-ton will catapult them from 0 to 60 mph in less than 2,7 seconds, the Brembo carbon ceramic brakes ensure the car comes to a standstill even quicker.

The Zonda R is built in a limited production run and sold at a price of 1.460.000 Euro plus taxes, a performance machine, a track toy, a collectors item, a masterpiece signed by Horacio Pagani.

Technical Data:

Engine: Mercedes-Benz AMG – M120 – 12 cylinder V 60