2010 Ascari KZ1 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ascari KZ1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ascari KZ1 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 342 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 180 kg more than 2010 Ascari KZ1.
Because 2010 Ascari KZ1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ascari KZ1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ascari KZ1 | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ascari | Volkswagen |
| Model | KZ1 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.7 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2712 mm |
