2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 2004 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2004 TVR Cerbera 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 154 more horse power than 2004 TVR Cerbera. (346 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2004 TVR Cerbera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2004 TVR Cerbera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 TVR Cerbera. (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 TVR Cerbera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ascari KZ1 | 2004 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Ascari | TVR |
| Model | KZ1 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.7 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2580 mm |
