2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 1995 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 2003 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari 512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari 512 M would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1995 Ferrari 512 M. (423 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ferrari 512 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 105 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ferrari 512 M. (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ferrari 512 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ascari KZ1 | 1995 Ferrari 512 M | |
| Make | Ascari | Ferrari |
| Model | KZ1 | 512 M |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2560 mm |
