1987 Lotus Esprit vs. 2004 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2004 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lotus Esprit 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 328 more horse power than 1987 Lotus Esprit. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 246 kg more than 1987 Lotus Esprit. 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, 2004 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lotus Esprit | 2004 Ascari KZ1 | |
Make | Lotus | Ascari |
Model | Esprit | KZ1 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2636 mm |