2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 2003 Audi A8
To start off, both 2003 Ascari KZ1 and 2003 Audi A8 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 283 more horse power than 2003 Audi A8. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2003 Ascari KZ1.
Because 2003 Ascari KZ1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Ascari KZ1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A8. (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM). This means 2003 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ascari KZ1 | 2003 Audi A8 | |
Make | Ascari | Audi |
Model | KZ1 | A8 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 8200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2950 mm |