2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 2003 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 30 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2003 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ascari KZ1 | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Ascari | Holden |
| Model | KZ1 | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2830 mm |
