1984 Audi 90 vs. 2012 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2012 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 90 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1984 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 2012 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Audi | Ascari |
| Model | 90 | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2636 mm |
