2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 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, both vehicles can yield 500 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2003 Ascari KZ1.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ascari KZ1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ascari KZ1. (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ascari KZ1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ascari KZ1 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ascari | Porsche |
| Model | KZ1 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2350 mm |
