1998 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1980 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1998 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 208 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 242 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 57 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 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm). This means 1998 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ascari Ecosse | 1980 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Ascari | Ferrari |
| Model | Ecosse | 208 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1130 mm |
