2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 1998 Ferrari F355
To start off, 2003 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari F355 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 124 more horse power than 1998 Ferrari F355. (376 HP @ 8250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ferrari F355.
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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2003 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ascari KZ1 | 1998 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Ascari | Ferrari |
| Model | KZ1 | F355 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| 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 | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2460 mm |
