2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2007 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ascari KZ1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ascari KZ1 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1480 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2007 Ascari KZ1 has manual transmission. 2007 Ascari KZ1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 2007 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ascari |
| Model | C | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4941 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2636 mm |
