1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2011 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2011 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 67 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1056 kg more than 2011 Ascari KZ1.
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 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2011 Ascari KZ1 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ascari |
Model | 500 | KZ1 |
Year Released | 1944 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5401 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 5.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2636 mm |