2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 2003 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 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 447 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. (53 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 15 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. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ascari KZ1 | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Ascari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | KZ1 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.7 seconds | 31 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2760 mm |
