2005 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2011 Pagani Zonda is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 552 kg more than 2011 Pagani Zonda.
Because 2005 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Pagani Zonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2011 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | BMW | Pagani |
| Model | 330 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
