1994 Nissan Laurel vs. 2011 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2011 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Laurel 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 377 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Laurel. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1994 Nissan Laurel. 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 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Laurel. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Laurel. 1994 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 2011 Ascari KZ1 has manual transmission. 2011 Ascari KZ1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan Laurel | 2011 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Nissan | Ascari |
| Model | Laurel | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2636 mm |
