2008 BMW 116 vs. 2011 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2011 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 116. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 116 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 2008 BMW 116. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 116 | 2011 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | BMW | Ascari |
| Model | 116 | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| 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 | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 3.7 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 | 1350 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 |
