1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2001 Ascari Ecosse
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT 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 264 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 297 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. 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 522 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (156 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 2001 Ascari Ecosse | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ascari |
| Model | GT | Ecosse |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1130 mm |
