2008 BMW 335 vs. 2005 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 3 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 200 more horse power than 2008 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 335. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2005 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 335. 2008 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 2005 Ascari KZ1 has manual transmission. 2005 Ascari KZ1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 335 | 2005 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | BMW | Ascari |
| Model | 335 | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2636 mm |
