1957 Alpine A 108 vs. 2001 Ascari Ecosse
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alpine A 108 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) has 346 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 108. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 697 kg more than 1957 Alpine A 108. 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, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 610 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 108. (68 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alpine A 108 | 2001 Ascari Ecosse | |
| Make | Alpine | Ascari |
| Model | A 108 | Ecosse |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 904 cc | 4721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 395 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 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 | 550 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1130 mm |
