1998 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1995 Rover 800
To start off, 1998 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 800 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 228 more horse power than 1995 Rover 800. (167 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 800 weights approximately 276 kg more than 1998 Ascari Ecosse.
Because 1998 Ascari Ecosse is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Ascari Ecosse. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Rover 800, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 800. (225 Nm). This means 1998 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ascari Ecosse | 1995 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Ascari | Rover |
| Model | Ecosse | 800 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
