1948 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 2001 Ascari Ecosse
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 4,721 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 253 kg more than 2001 Ascari Ecosse.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C | 2001 Ascari Ecosse | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ascari |
| Model | 6C | Ecosse |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2442 cc | 4721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1130 mm |
