2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 2004 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ascari KZ1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ascari KZ1 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 150 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2004 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 2004 Ascari KZ1 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ascari |
Model | 8C Competizione | KZ1 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4691 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 292 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2636 mm |