2005 Ascari KZ1 vs. 1990 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2005 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Camry. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1990 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Ascari KZ1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ascari KZ1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Camry. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Camry. 1990 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 2005 Ascari KZ1 has manual transmission. 2005 Ascari KZ1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2005 Ascari KZ1 1990 Toyota Camry
Make Ascari Toyota
Model KZ1 Camry
Year Released 2005 1990
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4941 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 500 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 550 Nm 171 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 1205 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1852 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1138 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2636 mm 2610 mm