2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 2006 BMW 730
To start off, 2006 BMW 730 is newer by 3 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 272 more horse power than 2006 BMW 730. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 730 weights approximately 625 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 730. (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ascari KZ1 | 2006 BMW 730 | |
Make | Ascari | BMW |
Model | KZ1 | 730 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.7 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 3000 mm |