1998 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass

To start off, 1998 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (248 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 552 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (502 Nm). This means 1998 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1998 Ascari Ecosse has manual transmission. 1998 Ascari Ecosse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Ascari Ecosse 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
Make Ascari Oldsmobile
Model Ecosse Cutlass
Year Released 1998 1972
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4722 cc 7462 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 395 HP 248 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 678 Nm 502 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1248 kg 1800 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 5270 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1360 mm