1987 BMW 320 vs. 2009 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2009 Pagani Zonda is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 320 would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 1987 BMW 320. (189 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 12 kg more than 1987 BMW 320. 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, 2009 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 320 | 2009 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | BMW | Pagani |
Model | 320 | Zonda |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 594 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |