1996 BMW 525 vs. 2004 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2004 Pagani Zonda is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 525 would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pagani Zonda (547 HP) has 379 more horse power than 1996 BMW 525. (168 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 525 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Pagani Zonda (750 Nm) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 525. (245 Nm). This means 2004 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 525 | 2004 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | BMW | Pagani |
| Model | 525 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 547 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
