1992 BMW 740 vs. 2001 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2001 Pagani Zonda is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 740 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pagani Zonda (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1992 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 740 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Pagani Zonda (569 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 740. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2001 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 2001 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | BMW | Pagani |
| Model | 740 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
