2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 1973 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 2003 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota 2000GT 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 373 more horse power than 1973 Toyota 2000GT. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota 2000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1973 Toyota 2000GT. 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 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota 2000GT.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ascari KZ1 | 1973 Toyota 2000GT | |
Make | Ascari | Toyota |
Model | KZ1 | 2000GT |
Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2510 mm |