1999 Porsche 996 vs. 2012 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2012 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1999 Porsche 996. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1999 Porsche 996. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 996 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2012 Ascari KZ1.
Because 1999 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ascari KZ1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 996 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, 2012 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche 996. (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Porsche 996 | 2012 Ascari KZ1 | |
Make | Porsche | Ascari |
Model | 996 | KZ1 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 3387 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 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 |