1993 Ferrari 456 vs. 2006 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2006 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1993 Ferrari 456. (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ferrari 456. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2006 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, both vehicles can yield 550 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ferrari 456 | 2006 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ascari |
| Model | 456 | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2636 mm |
