2008 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Pagani Zonda
To start off, both 2008 BMW X5 and 2008 Pagani Zonda were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 965 kg more than 2008 Pagani Zonda.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Pagani Zonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5. 2008 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2008 Pagani Zonda has manual transmission. 2008 Pagani Zonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2008 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | BMW | Pagani |
| Model | X5 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 594 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
