2009 BMW 328 vs. 2008 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Pagani Zonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Pagani Zonda would be higher. 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 364 more horse power than 2009 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 328.
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, 2008 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 328 | 2008 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | BMW | Pagani |
| Model | 328 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 594 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
