2003 BMW 730 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 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 730 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pagani Zonda (740 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 512 more horse power than 2003 BMW 730. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 730 weights approximately 720 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 (708 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 730. 2003 BMW 730 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 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 730 | 2009 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | BMW | Pagani |
| Model | 730 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 740 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 708 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4886 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2785 mm |
