1998 BMW 328 vs. 2001 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2001 Pagani Zonda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 328 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 198 more horse power than 1998 BMW 328. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 328 weights approximately 380 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 @ 3800 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 328. (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 328 | 2001 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | BMW | Pagani |
| Model | 328 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
