2008 BMW 120 vs. 2012 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2012 Pagani Huayra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 120 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 539 more horse power than 2008 BMW 120. (161 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Pagani Huayra should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 120 weights approximately 6 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 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 120. (330 Nm). This means 2012 Pagani Huayra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 120. 2008 BMW 120 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. 2008 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 120 | 2012 Pagani Huayra | |
| Make | BMW | Pagani |
| Model | 120 | Huayra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 700 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 740 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 370 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 3.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4605 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2036 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1169 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2795 mm |
