2007 BMW 330 vs. 1999 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pagani Zonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pagani Zonda would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pagani Zonda (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1999 Pagani Zonda.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Pagani Zonda (569 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1999 Pagani Zonda has manual transmission. 1999 Pagani Zonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1999 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | BMW | Pagani |
| Model | 330 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
