1998 BMW 325 vs. 2010 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2010 Pagani Zonda is newer by 12 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), 2010 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 480 more horse power than 1998 BMW 325. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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 204 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 325. (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | BMW | Pagani |
Model | 325 | Zonda |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 594 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |