2009 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2008 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2009 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ascari KZ1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ascari KZ1 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 270 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. 2009 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 2008 Ascari KZ1 has manual transmission. 2008 Ascari KZ1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar S-Type | 2008 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ascari |
| Model | S-Type | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2718 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1852 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2636 mm |
