2010 Ascari KZ1 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 3 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (613 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2010 Ascari KZ1. (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2010 Ascari KZ1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 895 kg more than 2010 Ascari KZ1. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ascari KZ1. (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ascari KZ1.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ascari KZ1 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Ascari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | KZ1 | CL |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 613 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.7 seconds | 4.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5106 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 2139 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1428 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2955 mm |