2008 BMW 318 vs. 2006 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Pagani Zonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Pagani Zonda would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 481 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 318 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 318 | 2006 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | BMW | Pagani |
Model | 318 | Zonda |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
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 | 113 HP | 594 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |