1977 Ferrari 308 vs. 2004 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2004 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1977 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ferrari 308 | 2004 Ascari KZ1 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ascari |
Model | 308 | KZ1 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2636 mm |