1997 BMW S3 vs. 2001 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2001 Pagani Zonda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW S3 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 129 more horse power than 1997 BMW S3. (260 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW S3 weights approximately 118 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) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW S3. (330 Nm). This means 2001 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW S3 | 2001 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | BMW | Pagani |
| Model | S3 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
