1998 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1997 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 1998 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1997 Bristol Blenheim. (350 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1997 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 492 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Bristol Blenheim. (500 Nm). This means 1998 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Bristol Blenheim. 1997 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1998 Ascari Ecosse has manual transmission. 1998 Ascari Ecosse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ascari Ecosse | 1997 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | Ascari | Bristol |
| Model | Ecosse | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 5897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
