2005 Pagani Zonda vs. 2013 BMW M3
To start off, 2013 BMW M3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Pagani Zonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pagani Zonda would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pagani Zonda (547 HP) has 139 more horse power than 2013 BMW M3. (408 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M3 weights approximately 630 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Pagani Zonda (750 Nm) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW M3. (400 Nm). This means 2005 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pagani Zonda | 2013 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Pagani | BMW |
| Model | Zonda | M3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7300 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 408 HP |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 335 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.7 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4395 mm | 4618 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2055 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1151 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2761 mm |
