1971 BMW 3 vs. 2008 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2008 Pagani Zonda is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 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 (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 150 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 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (255 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 2008 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | BMW | Pagani |
| Model | 3 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
