1998 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1998 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1524 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. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm). This means 1998 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ascari Ecosse | 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Ascari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ecosse | 600 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 2772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1520 mm |
