2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 1990 BMW 316
To start off, 2003 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 316 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 400 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1990 BMW 316. 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 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ascari KZ1 | 1990 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Ascari | BMW |
| Model | KZ1 | 316 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1080 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 |
