2008 BMW M3 vs. 1999 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 9 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 51 more horse power than 2008 BMW M3. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Pagani Zonda (569 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1999 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M3 | 1999 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | BMW | Pagani |
Model | M3 | Zonda |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4395 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1151 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2730 mm |