2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2008 Ascari A10
To start off, 2008 Ascari A10 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Convertible would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2007 BMW Convertible. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 570 kg more than 2008 Ascari A10.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Convertible. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Convertible. 2007 BMW Convertible has automatic transmission and 2008 Ascari A10 has manual transmission. 2008 Ascari A10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Convertible will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 2008 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | BMW | Ascari |
| Model | Convertible | A10 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2636 mm |
