1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2000 Ascari Ecosse
To start off, 2000 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 4,722 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2000 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. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. (157 Nm). This means 2000 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2000 Ascari Ecosse | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ascari |
| Model | 220 | Ecosse |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 4722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1130 mm |
