2009 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2012 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2012 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV 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 263 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV. (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 170 kg more than 2012 Ascari KZ1.
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, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV, 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 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2012 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ascari |
| Model | GTV | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2636 mm |
