2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 7 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 296 more horse power than 2010 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus IS weights approximately 392 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 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ascari KZ1 | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ascari | Lexus |
| Model | KZ1 | IS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| 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 | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2731 mm |
