1998 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1975 BMW 1502
To start off, 1998 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1502 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 322 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1502. (73 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 268 kg more than 1975 BMW 1502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 560 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1502. (118 Nm). This means 1998 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ascari Ecosse | 1975 BMW 1502 | |
| Make | Ascari | BMW |
| Model | Ecosse | 1502 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 1573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1420 mm |
