2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 1992 BMW 545
To start off, 2003 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 545 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 218 more horse power than 1992 BMW 545. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 545 weights approximately 300 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 545. (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2003 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ascari KZ1 | 1992 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Ascari | BMW |
| Model | KZ1 | 545 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1400 mm |
