2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 2009 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS 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 237 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (263 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 285 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2003 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ascari KZ1 | 2009 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Ascari | Cadillac |
| Model | KZ1 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2890 mm |
