1989 Ferrari 348 vs. 2007 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2007 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1989 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2007 Ascari KZ1.
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, 2007 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ferrari 348 | 2007 Ascari KZ1 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ascari |
Model | 348 | KZ1 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3405 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2636 mm |