2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 6 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 246 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 180 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ascari KZ1 | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Ascari | BMW |
| Model | KZ1 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.7 seconds | 6.3 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 | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2770 mm |
