1998 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2002 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2002 Bentley Arnage is newer by 4 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Ascari Ecosse. (395 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1998 Ascari Ecosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1337 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, 2002 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ascari Ecosse. (678 Nm). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ascari Ecosse. 2002 Bentley Arnage 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. 2002 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ascari Ecosse | 2002 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Ascari | Bentley |
| Model | Ecosse | Arnage |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 835 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1520 mm |
