2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Ascari KZ1
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2007 Ascari KZ1 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 340 kg more than 2007 Ascari KZ1.
Because 2007 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 2007 Ascari KZ1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider, 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, 2007 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Ascari KZ1 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ascari |
Model | Spider | KZ1 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2636 mm |