2009 Audi R8 vs. 2005 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ascari KZ1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ascari KZ1 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Audi R8. (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2009 Audi R8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ascari KZ1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 2005 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2005 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Audi | Ascari |
| Model | R8 | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2636 mm |
