2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 1998 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2003 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XK 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 55 more horse power than 1998 Jaguar XK. (445 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1998 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XK weights approximately 215 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, 1998 Jaguar XK (615 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ascari KZ1. (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ascari KZ1. 1998 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2003 Ascari KZ1 has manual transmission. 2003 Ascari KZ1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ascari KZ1 | 1998 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ascari | Jaguar |
| Model | KZ1 | XK |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 615 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1140 mm |
