2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 2004 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ascari KZ1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ascari KZ1 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (396 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 395 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ascari KZ1 | 2004 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Ascari | Cadillac |
| Model | KZ1 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 274 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.7 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2890 mm |
