2003 BMW 645 vs. 2009 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2009 Pagani Zonda is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 645 would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2003 BMW 645. (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 645. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 645 weights approximately 468 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 645. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 645. 2003 BMW 645 has automatic transmission and 2009 Pagani Zonda has manual transmission. 2009 Pagani Zonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW 645 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 645 | 2009 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | BMW | Pagani |
Model | 645 | Zonda |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 547 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2730 mm |