1981 BMW 518 vs. 2011 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2011 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 518 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1981 BMW 518. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1981 BMW 518. 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, 2011 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 518. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 518 | 2011 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | BMW | Ascari |
| Model | 518 | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2636 mm |
