1987 Mazda 929 vs. 2011 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2011 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 929 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 386 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1987 Mazda 929. 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 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mazda 929 | 2011 Ascari KZ1 | |
Make | Mazda | Ascari |
Model | 929 | KZ1 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2183 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2636 mm |