1998 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1999 Bugatti Chiron
To start off, 1999 Bugatti Chiron is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ascari Ecosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ascari Ecosse would be higher. At 6,250 cc (18 cylinders), 1999 Bugatti Chiron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bugatti Chiron (547 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1998 Ascari Ecosse. (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 1998 Ascari Ecosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti Chiron weights approximately 929 kg more than 1998 Ascari Ecosse. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Bugatti Chiron. (650 Nm). This means 1998 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Bugatti Chiron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ascari Ecosse | 1999 Bugatti Chiron | |
| Make | Ascari | Bugatti |
| Model | Ecosse | Chiron |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 6250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1160 mm |
