1998 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1983 BMW 323
To start off, 1998 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 323 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 247 more horse power than 1983 BMW 323. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 121 kg more than 1983 BMW 323. 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 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 323. (205 Nm). This means 1998 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ascari Ecosse | 1983 BMW 323 | |
| Make | Ascari | BMW |
| Model | Ecosse | 323 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 2315 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 76.8 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 | 1127 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1390 mm |
