1989 Alpine V6 vs. 2002 Ascari Ecosse
To start off, 2002 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 4,722 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ascari Ecosse (396 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1989 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1989 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 67 kg more than 1989 Alpine V6. 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, 2002 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alpine V6. (296 Nm). This means 2002 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alpine V6 | 2002 Ascari Ecosse | |
| Make | Alpine | Ascari |
| Model | V6 | Ecosse |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 4722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1130 mm |
