2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2006 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2006 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 235 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 2006 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ascari |
| Model | C | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2636 mm |
