1988 Porsche 928 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 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 928 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 88 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 928. (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 928 weights approximately 282 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 928. (408 Nm). This means 2000 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 928 | 2000 Ascari Ecosse | |
| Make | Porsche | Ascari |
| Model | 928 | Ecosse |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 4722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1130 mm |
