2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 1989 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2003 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari Mondial 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 233 more horse power than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. (267 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 186 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ascari KZ1 | 1989 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Ascari | Ferrari |
Model | KZ1 | Mondial |
Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 3186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 73.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.7 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2660 mm |