2009 BMW M3 vs. 2006 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ascari KZ1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ascari KZ1 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2009 BMW M3. (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 BMW M3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 2006 Ascari KZ1 | |
Make | BMW | Ascari |
Model | M3 | KZ1 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2636 mm |