2006 BMW 118 vs. 2007 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2007 Pagani Zonda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 118 would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 2006 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 118 weights approximately 606 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 579 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 118. 2006 BMW 118 has automatic transmission and 2007 Pagani Zonda has manual transmission. 2007 Pagani Zonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 118 | 2007 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | BMW | Pagani |
| Model | 118 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
