1980 BMW 725 vs. 2008 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2008 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW 725 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1980 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1980 BMW 725.
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, 2008 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
1980 BMW 725 | 2008 Ascari KZ1 | |
Make | BMW | Ascari |
Model | 725 | KZ1 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2636 mm |