1969 BMW 1600 vs. 2010 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2010 Pagani Zonda is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 496 more horse power than 1969 BMW 1600. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1969 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 234 kg more than 1969 BMW 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 599 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 BMW 1600 | 2010 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | BMW | Pagani |
| Model | 1600 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 594 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
