2005 Cadillac STS vs. 2010 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2010 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac STS. (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac STS weights approximately 467 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac STS. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac STS. 2005 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2010 Ascari KZ1 has manual transmission. 2010 Ascari KZ1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac STS | 2010 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ascari |
| Model | STS | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1817 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2636 mm |
