2002 BMW M3 vs. 2002 Pagani Zonda
To start off, both 2002 BMW M3 and 2002 Pagani Zonda were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pagani Zonda (547 HP) has 209 more horse power than 2002 BMW M3. (338 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW M3 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Pagani Zonda (750 Nm) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW M3. (355 Nm). This means 2002 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW M3. 2002 BMW M3 has automatic transmission and 2002 Pagani Zonda has manual transmission. 2002 Pagani Zonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW M3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 BMW M3 | 2002 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | BMW | Pagani |
Model | M3 | Zonda |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 547 HP |
Torque | 355 Nm | 750 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4395 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1151 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |