1998 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2008 Maybach 62
To start off, 2008 Maybach 62 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maybach 62 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1998 Ascari Ecosse. (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ascari Ecosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1607 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, 2008 Maybach 62 (900 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ascari Ecosse. (678 Nm). This means 2008 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ascari Ecosse. 2008 Maybach 62 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 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ascari Ecosse | 2008 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Ascari | Maybach |
| Model | Ecosse | 62 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 87 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 | 2855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1580 mm |
