1998 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2006 Pagani Zonda is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 325 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 (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 424 more horse power than 1998 BMW 325. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 325 weights approximately 25 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 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 325 | 2006 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | BMW | Pagani |
Model | 325 | Zonda |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | 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 | 170 HP | 594 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |