2008 BMW 320 vs. 2006 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 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 (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 230 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 429 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320. 2008 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 2006 Pagani Zonda has manual transmission. 2006 Pagani Zonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 320 | 2006 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | BMW | Pagani |
Model | 320 | Zonda |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
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 | 161 HP | 547 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1460 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |