2009 BMW 545 vs. 2001 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2009 BMW 545 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pagani Zonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pagani Zonda would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pagani Zonda (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 BMW 545. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 545 weights approximately 725 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Pagani Zonda (569 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 545 | 2001 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | BMW | Pagani |
Model | 545 | Zonda |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4395 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1151 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |