1971 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2005 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2005 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 365 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chevrolet Impala. (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chevrolet Impala | 2005 Ascari KZ1 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ascari |
Model | Impala | KZ1 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2636 mm |