1981 BMW 745 vs. 2005 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2005 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 745 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 248 more horse power than 1981 BMW 745. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 745 weights approximately 240 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 745. (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 745 | 2005 Ascari KZ1 | |
Make | BMW | Ascari |
Model | 745 | KZ1 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2636 mm |