1995 BMW 318 vs. 2006 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2006 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 318 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 360 more horse power than 1995 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 318 weights approximately 25 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, 2006 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 318 | 2006 Ascari KZ1 | |
Make | BMW | Ascari |
Model | 318 | KZ1 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2636 mm |