1998 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2005 Aston Martin DB9

To start off, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 7 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1998 Ascari Ecosse. (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ascari Ecosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 462 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Aston Martin DB9. (571 Nm). This means 1998 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Aston Martin DB9.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Ascari Ecosse 2005 Aston Martin DB9
Make Ascari Aston Martin
Model Ecosse DB9
Year Released 1998 2005
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4722 cc 5935 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 395 HP 444 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 678 Nm 571 Nm
Engine Bore Size 91.9 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.6 mm 79.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1248 kg 1710 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1320 mm


 

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