2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 1977 BMW 732
To start off, 2003 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 732. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 732 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 306 more horse power than 1977 BMW 732. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 732. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 732 weights approximately 190 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 732. (290 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 732.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ascari KZ1 | 1977 BMW 732 | |
Make | Ascari | BMW |
Model | KZ1 | 732 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 3210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2800 mm |