1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM vs. 2010 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2010 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM would be higher. At 5,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM (664 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2010 Ascari KZ1. (500 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM should accelerate faster than 2010 Ascari KZ1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM weights approximately 60 kg more than 2010 Ascari KZ1. 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM (773 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ascari KZ1. (550 Nm). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ascari KZ1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM | 2010 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ascari |
| Model | CLK LM | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 664 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 773 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2636 mm |
