2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 2003 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX 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 210 more horse power than 1998 Honda NSX. (290 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 20 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ascari KZ1 | 1998 Honda NSX | |
Make | Ascari | Honda |
Model | KZ1 | NSX |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 310 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 | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2540 mm |