1988 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Mustang 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 411 more horse power than 1988 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 96 kg more than 1988 Ford Mustang. 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 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Mustang.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Ford Mustang 2012 Ascari KZ1
Make Ford Ascari
Model Mustang KZ1
Year Released 1988 2012
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2301 cc 4941 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 500 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 176 Nm 550 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1254 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1852 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1138 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2636 mm


 

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