1958 BMW 503 vs. 2003 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2003 Pagani Zonda is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 503 would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pagani Zonda (547 HP) has 409 more horse power than 1958 BMW 503. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 BMW 503 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2003 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. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Pagani Zonda (750 Nm) has 528 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 503. (222 Nm). This means 2003 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 503 | 2003 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | BMW | Pagani |
| Model | 503 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 547 HP |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
