1977 Ferrari 308 vs. 1999 Ascari Ecosse
To start off, 1999 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 4,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1977 Ferrari 308. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1977 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 32 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ferrari 308. (266 Nm). This means 1999 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ferrari 308 | 1999 Ascari Ecosse | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ascari |
| Model | 308 | Ecosse |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 4722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 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 | 1280 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1130 mm |
