2009 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Ascari KZ1
To start off, both 2009 Audi A8 and 2009 Ascari KZ1 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2009 Audi A8. (329 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 505 kg more than 2009 Ascari KZ1.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ascari KZ1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A8. (431 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A8. 2009 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2009 Ascari KZ1 has manual transmission. 2009 Ascari KZ1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2009 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Audi | Ascari |
| Model | A8 | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4941 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2636 mm |
