1978 BMW 520 vs. 2011 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2011 Pagani Zonda is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 520 would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 1978 BMW 520. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW 520 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 520. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1978 BMW 520 | 2011 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | BMW | Pagani |
Model | 520 | Zonda |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 547 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |