2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 1998 BMW 730
To start off, 2003 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 730 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 310 more horse power than 1998 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 730 weights approximately 395 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2003 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ascari KZ1 | 1998 BMW 730 | |
Make | Ascari | BMW |
Model | KZ1 | 730 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
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 | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2940 mm |