2008 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2012 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ascari KZ1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Ascari KZ1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2012 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Honda | Ascari |
| Model | Civic | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 4941 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2636 mm |
