2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2003 Ascari KZ1 and 2003 Opel Vectra 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 380 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 140 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 Opel Vectra, 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 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ascari KZ1 | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ascari | Opel |
| Model | KZ1 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.7 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| 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 | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2640 mm |
