1974 Buick GS vs. 2000 Ascari Ecosse
To start off, 2000 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1974 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick GS weights approximately 382 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 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Buick GS. (394 Nm). This means 2000 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Buick GS.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick GS | 2000 Ascari Ecosse | |
Make | Buick | Ascari |
Model | GS | Ecosse |
Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4722 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 678 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1248 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1130 mm |