1998 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 1998 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Nissan 211 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 361 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 323 kg more than 1959 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 612 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm). This means 1998 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ascari Ecosse | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Ascari | Nissan |
| Model | Ecosse | 211 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1540 mm |
