2007 BMW 320 vs. 2012 Ascari KZ1

To start off, 2012 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 320 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 346 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320. 2007 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 2012 Ascari KZ1 has manual transmission. 2012 Ascari KZ1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 320 2012 Ascari KZ1
Make BMW Ascari
Model 320 KZ1
Year Released 2007 2012
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1995 cc 4941 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 154 HP 500 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 331 Nm 550 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 89 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 216 km/hour 321 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.9 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 1505 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1852 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1138 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2636 mm


 

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