2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 1953 Ford 12 M
To start off, 2003 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 1953 Ford 12 M. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford 12 M.
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.
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2003 Ascari KZ1 | 1953 Ford 12 M | |
Make | Ascari | Ford |
Model | KZ1 | 12 M |
Year Released | 2003 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1620 mm |