1958 BMW 503 vs. 2008 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2008 Pagani Zonda is newer by 50 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), 2008 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1958 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 270 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 537 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | BMW | Pagani |
Model | 503 | Zonda |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
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 | 594 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
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 | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |