1988 Buick Electra vs. 2000 Ascari Ecosse
To start off, 2000 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Electra 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 232 more horse power than 1988 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 327 kg more than 2000 Ascari Ecosse.
Because 2000 Ascari Ecosse is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ascari Ecosse. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Electra. (285 Nm). This means 2000 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Electra. 1988 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2000 Ascari Ecosse has manual transmission. 2000 Ascari Ecosse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Electra | 2000 Ascari Ecosse | |
| Make | Buick | Ascari |
| Model | Electra | Ecosse |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1130 mm |
