2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 2004 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2300 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 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 357 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 93 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) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm). This means 2003 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ascari KZ1 | 2004 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Ascari | Mazda |
| Model | KZ1 | B2300 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1443 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 3200 mm |
