2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 1992 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 2003 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1992 Ferrari 512 TR. (422 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ferrari 512 TR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 165 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ferrari 512 TR. (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ferrari 512 TR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ascari KZ1 | 1992 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | Ascari | Ferrari |
| Model | KZ1 | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 4943 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 314 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2460 mm |
