1998 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1949 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1998 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 4,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 298 kg more than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. 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, 1998 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 599 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm). This means 1998 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ascari Ecosse | 1949 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Ascari | Triumph |
| Model | Ecosse | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1580 mm |
