2009 BMW M3 vs. 2010 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2010 Pagani Zonda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW M3 would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2009 BMW M3. (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 2010 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | BMW | Pagani |
Model | M3 | Zonda |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 547 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |