1998 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1998 Ascari Ecosse. (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ascari Ecosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 397 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.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ascari Ecosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche 911. (650 Nm). This means 1998 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ascari Ecosse | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ascari | Porsche |
Model | Ecosse | 911 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4722 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 650 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1300 mm |