1998 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1971 Chrysler Charger
To start off, 1998 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Charger 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 256 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 112 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 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (272 Nm). This means 1998 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ascari Ecosse | 1971 Chrysler Charger | |
| Make | Ascari | Chrysler |
| Model | Ecosse | Charger |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
