1973 ZIL 114 vs. 2011 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2011 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 ZIL 114. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 ZIL 114 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 ZIL 114 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1973 ZIL 114. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1973 ZIL 114. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 ZIL 114 weights approximately 1830 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, 1973 ZIL 114 (580 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ascari KZ1. (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ascari KZ1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 ZIL 114 | 2011 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | ZIL | Ascari |
| Model | 114 | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6959 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 3180 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3770 mm | 2636 mm |
