1993 BMW M3 vs. 2006 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2006 Pagani Zonda is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW M3 would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1993 BMW M3. (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW M3 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW M3. (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW M3 | 2006 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | BMW | Pagani |
| Model | M3 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
