2009 BMW 550 vs. 2010 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2010 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2009 BMW 550. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 312 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 550. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 550. 2009 BMW 550 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. 2009 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 2010 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | BMW | Ascari |
| Model | 550 | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4941 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2636 mm |
