2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 1963 Innocenti 950
To start off, 2003 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Innocenti 950 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 460 more horse power than 1963 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1963 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1963 Innocenti 950. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ascari KZ1 | 1963 Innocenti 950 | |
Make | Ascari | Innocenti |
Model | KZ1 | 950 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2040 mm |