1966 Renault 8 vs. 2009 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2009 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault 8 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 453 more horse power than 1966 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1966 Renault 8. 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, 2009 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 8. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Renault 8 | 2009 Ascari KZ1 | |
Make | Renault | Ascari |
Model | 8 | KZ1 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 78 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2636 mm |