2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 2002 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2003 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2002 Bentley Azure. (402 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2002 Bentley Azure. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1100 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, 2002 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ascari KZ1. (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ascari KZ1. 2002 Bentley Azure 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. 2002 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ascari KZ1 | 2002 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Ascari | Bentley |
| Model | KZ1 | Azure |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 6747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2970 mm |
