2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 2003 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 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 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250. (127 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 10 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 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ascari KZ1 | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
| Make | Ascari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | KZ1 | 250 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2525 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.7 seconds | 11.3 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 | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2800 mm |
