2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 1998 BMW 740
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 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 740 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 214 more horse power than 1998 BMW 740. (286 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 740 weights approximately 618 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 740. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ascari KZ1 | 1998 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Ascari | BMW |
| Model | KZ1 | 740 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.7 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1968 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 3080 mm |
