1995 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2011 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 330 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 307 more horse power than 1995 BMW 330. (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 330 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 330. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2011 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 330 | 2011 Ascari KZ1 | |
Make | BMW | Ascari |
Model | 330 | KZ1 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2636 mm |