2010 Ascari KZ1 vs. 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S

To start off, 2010 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2010 Ascari KZ1. (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 2010 Ascari KZ1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S.

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, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ascari KZ1. (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ascari KZ1.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Ascari KZ1 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S
Make Ascari Koenigsegg
Model KZ1 CC8S
Year Released 2010 2003
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Middle
Engine Size 4941 cc 4719 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 500 HP 655 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 550 Nm 752 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 8.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 321 km/hour 389 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 3.7 seconds 3.6 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 1175 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 4191 mm
Vehicle Width 1852 mm 1989 mm
Vehicle Height 1138 mm 1069 mm
Wheelbase Size 2636 mm 2659 mm


 

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