2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 1983 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2003 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Skyline 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 407 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1983 Nissan Skyline. 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 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Skyline. (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ascari KZ1 | 1983 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Ascari | Nissan |
| Model | KZ1 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2620 mm |
