2003 BMW M3 vs. 2003 Pagani Zonda
To start off, both 2003 BMW M3 and 2003 Pagani Zonda were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,010 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pagani Zonda (542 HP) has 200 more horse power than 2003 BMW M3. (342 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW M3 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2003 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.
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2003 BMW M3 | 2003 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | BMW | Pagani |
Model | M3 | Zonda |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 7010 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 542 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 259 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4395 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1151 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |