2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2010 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2010 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 645 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2010 Ascari KZ1 has manual transmission. 2010 Ascari KZ1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2010 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ascari |
| Model | CL | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 383 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 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 | 1995 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2636 mm |
