1998 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1960 Land Rover 88
To start off, 1998 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 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) has 328 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Land Rover 88 weights approximately 212 kg more than 1998 Ascari Ecosse.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ascari Ecosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 will offer significantly more control. 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 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm). This means 1998 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ascari Ecosse | 1960 Land Rover 88 | |
| Make | Ascari | Land Rover |
| Model | Ecosse | 88 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1980 mm |
