2004 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2012 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2004 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 330 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2012 Ascari KZ1.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2012 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 2012 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | BMW | Ascari |
| Model | 330 | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2636 mm |
