1998 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2002 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 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 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 113 more horse power than 2002 Morgan Aero 8. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2002 Morgan Aero 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 248 kg more than 2002 Morgan Aero 8. 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Morgan Aero 8. (438 Nm). This means 1998 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Morgan Aero 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ascari Ecosse | 2002 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Ascari | Morgan |
| Model | Ecosse | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1210 mm |
