1998 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1959 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1998 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Maserati 3500 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 172 more horse power than 1959 Maserati 3500. (223 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1959 Maserati 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 52 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ascari Ecosse | 1959 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Ascari | Maserati |
| Model | Ecosse | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1310 mm |
