1998 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1982 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1998 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 308 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 156 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 308. (239 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 38 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 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 308. (265 Nm). This means 1998 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ascari Ecosse | 1982 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Ascari | Ferrari |
| Model | Ecosse | 308 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1286 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1130 mm |
