1986 BMW M6 vs. 2008 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2008 Pagani Zonda is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW M6 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 312 more horse power than 1986 BMW M6. (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M6 weights approximately 275 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 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW M6. (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M6 | 2008 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | BMW | Pagani |
| Model | M6 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 594 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
