1962 Peugeot 404 vs. 2011 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2011 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 428 more horse power than 1962 Peugeot 404. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1962 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1962 Peugeot 404. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Peugeot 404. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Peugeot 404 | 2011 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Ascari |
| Model | 404 | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1618 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2636 mm |
