1998 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2004 Audi S4
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 6 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 55 more horse power than 2004 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 647 kg more than 1998 Ascari Ecosse.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi S4. (411 Nm). This means 1998 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ascari Ecosse | 2004 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Ascari | Audi |
| Model | Ecosse | S4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
