1998 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2008 BMW X5
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 10 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 67 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 943 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (440 Nm). This means 1998 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5. 2008 BMW X5 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. 2008 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ascari Ecosse | 2008 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Ascari | BMW |
| Model | Ecosse | X5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 4398 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 440 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 | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 2191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1480 mm |
