1998 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1998 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 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 191 more horse power than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. (204 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 72 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 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. (240 Nm). This means 1998 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ascari Ecosse | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
Make | Ascari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ecosse | 190 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4722 cc | 2463 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 97.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 82.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1350 mm |