2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2005 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ascari KZ1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ascari KZ1 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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, 2005 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2005 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ascari |
| Model | SLK | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2636 mm |
