1998 BMW 323 vs. 2004 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2004 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 323 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1998 BMW 323. (170 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 323 weights approximately 197 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 323. (246 Nm). This means 2004 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 323 | 2004 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | BMW | Ascari |
| Model | 323 | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2636 mm |
