1998 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2009 BMW 550
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 11 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 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1998 Ascari Ecosse. (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ascari Ecosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 412 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 550. (490 Nm). This means 1998 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 550. 2009 BMW 550 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. 2009 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ascari Ecosse | 2009 BMW 550 | |
Make | Ascari | BMW |
Model | Ecosse | 550 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4722 cc | 4799 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 657 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 490 Nm |
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 | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1850 mm |