1947 Ford Pilot vs. 2007 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2007 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Ford Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Ford Pilot would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1947 Ford Pilot. (85 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1947 Ford Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Ford Pilot weights approximately 102 kg more than 2007 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Ford Pilot | 2007 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Ford | Ascari |
| Model | Pilot | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 127 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1852 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2636 mm |
