2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 2 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 311 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2003 Ascari KZ1.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (238 Nm). This means 2003 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ascari KZ1 | 2005 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Ascari | BMW |
| Model | KZ1 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2730 mm |
