1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2007 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2007 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1998 Porsche 911. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1998 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 Ascari KZ1.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ascari KZ1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 911. (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Porsche 911 | 2007 Ascari KZ1 | |
Make | Porsche | Ascari |
Model | 911 | KZ1 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 3387 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2636 mm |