2005 BMW 325 vs. 2012 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2012 Pagani Huayra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 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 511 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Pagani Huayra should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 135 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 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm). This means 2012 Pagani Huayra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325. 2005 BMW 325 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. 2005 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2012 Pagani Huayra | |
| Make | BMW | Pagani |
| Model | 325 | Huayra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 700 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 740 Nm |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 370 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 3.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4605 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2036 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1169 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2795 mm |
