2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 1988 BMW 535
To start off, 2003 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 535 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 289 more horse power than 1988 BMW 535. (211 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 535 weights approximately 260 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 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 535. (306 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ascari KZ1 | 1988 BMW 535 | |
Make | Ascari | BMW |
Model | KZ1 | 535 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 3430 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
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 | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2770 mm |