2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 1983 BMW 320
To start off, 2003 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 320 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 380 more horse power than 1983 BMW 320. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1983 BMW 320. 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 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 320. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ascari KZ1 | 1983 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Ascari | BMW |
| Model | KZ1 | 320 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.7 seconds | 9.8 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 | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2580 mm |
