1998 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1963 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1998 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 GT 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 144 more horse power than 1963 Ferrari 250 GT. (251 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1963 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 247 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.
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1998 Ascari Ecosse | 1963 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Ascari | Ferrari |
Model | Ecosse | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4722 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 58.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1300 mm |