1998 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2001 BMW M3
To start off, 2001 BMW M3 is newer by 3 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 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 69 more horse power than 2001 BMW M3. (326 HP @ 7900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M3 weights approximately 407 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 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M3. (355 Nm). This means 1998 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ascari Ecosse | 2001 BMW M3 | |
Make | Ascari | BMW |
Model | Ecosse | M3 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4722 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 355 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 91 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 | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1380 mm |