1998 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1946 Daimler DE 36
To start off, 1998 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Daimler DE 36. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Daimler DE 36 would be higher. At 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Daimler DE 36 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1946 Daimler DE 36. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Daimler DE 36 weights approximately 1445 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (342 Nm). This means 1998 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Daimler DE 36.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ascari Ecosse | 1946 Daimler DE 36 | |
| Make | Ascari | Daimler |
| Model | Ecosse | DE 36 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 5459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 120 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 2693 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1840 mm |
