2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 1989 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2003 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Falcon 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 1989 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Falcon weights approximately 70 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 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Falcon. (236 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Falcon. 1989 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 2003 Ascari KZ1 has manual transmission. 2003 Ascari KZ1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Ascari KZ1 | 1989 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Ascari | Ford |
Model | KZ1 | Falcon |
Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 3157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2800 mm |