2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 1957 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2003 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 5,112 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1957 Ford Thunderbird. (223 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 162 kg more than 2003 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.
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2003 Ascari KZ1 | 1957 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | Ascari | Ford |
Model | KZ1 | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 5112 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2600 mm |