2000 Acura NSX vs. 2010 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2010 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura NSX would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Acura NSX. (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 225 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura NSX. (542 Nm). This means 2010 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 2010 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Acura | Ascari |
| Model | NSX | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2636 mm |
