2009 BMW 135 vs. 2011 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2011 Pagani Zonda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 135 would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2009 BMW 135. (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 135. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2011 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 135. 2009 BMW 135 has automatic transmission and 2011 Pagani Zonda has manual transmission. 2011 Pagani Zonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 135 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 135 | 2011 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | BMW | Pagani |
Model | 135 | Zonda |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2978 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 547 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |