1981 BMW 745 vs. 2010 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2010 Pagani Zonda is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 745 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 342 more horse power than 1981 BMW 745. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 745 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 745. (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 745 | 2010 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | BMW | Pagani |
Model | 745 | Zonda |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 594 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |