1999 BMW 323 vs. 2012 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2012 Pagani Huayra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 323 would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Pagani Huayra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 530 more horse power than 1999 BMW 323. (170 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Pagani Huayra should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 323 weights approximately 107 kg more than 2012 Pagani Huayra.
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, 2012 Pagani Huayra (740 Nm) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 323. (245 Nm). This means 2012 Pagani Huayra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 323. 1999 BMW 323 has automatic transmission and 2012 Pagani Huayra has manual transmission. 2012 Pagani Huayra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW 323 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 323 | 2012 Pagani Huayra | |
| Make | BMW | Pagani |
| Model | 323 | Huayra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 700 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 740 Nm |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 370 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4605 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2036 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1169 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2795 mm |
