1998 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1970 Rover 2000
To start off, 1998 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover 2000 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 289 more horse power than 1970 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Rover 2000 weights approximately 47 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 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Rover 2000. (173 Nm). This means 1998 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ascari Ecosse | 1970 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Ascari | Rover |
| Model | Ecosse | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
