2008 BMW 116 vs. 2006 Ascari A10

To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ascari A10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ascari A10 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 512 more horse power than 2008 BMW 116. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 116.

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 A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 116 2006 Ascari A10
Make BMW Ascari
Model 116 A10
Year Released 2008 2006
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1596 cc 4941 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 113 HP 625 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 7500 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 560 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 200 km/hour 346 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.1 seconds 2.8 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 4250 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1852 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1138 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2636 mm


 

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