2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 2008 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 360 is newer by 5 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 175 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2003 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ascari KZ1 | 2008 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Ascari | Ferrari |
| Model | KZ1 | 360 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 3586 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.7 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2610 mm |
