1999 BMW 320 vs. 2008 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2008 Pagani Zonda is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 320 would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 460 more horse power than 1999 BMW 320. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 320 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 320. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 320 | 2008 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | BMW | Pagani |
Model | 320 | Zonda |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 594 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 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 | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |