2000 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2008 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2008 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotec C 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotec C 1000 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 2008 Ascari KZ1. (500 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ascari KZ1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2000 Lotec C 1000.
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, 2000 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ascari KZ1. (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ascari KZ1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotec C 1000 | 2008 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Lotec | Ascari |
| Model | C 1000 | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1138 mm |
