1955 BMW 502 vs. 2006 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2006 Pagani Zonda is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 BMW 502 would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 494 more horse power than 1955 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1955 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 BMW 502 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 Pagani Zonda.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 BMW 502 | 2006 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | BMW | Pagani |
| Model | 502 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 594 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
