1988 BMW M3 vs. 2012 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2012 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M3 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 308 more horse power than 1988 BMW M3. (192 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 54 kg more than 1988 BMW M3. 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, 2012 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M3. (230 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M3 | 2012 Ascari KZ1 | |
Make | BMW | Ascari |
Model | M3 | KZ1 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2302 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2636 mm |