1994 Subaru Legacy vs. 2006 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2006 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1994 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ascari KZ1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Subaru Legacy | 2006 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Subaru | Ascari |
| Model | Legacy | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2636 mm |
