1998 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 13 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti FX. (390 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti FX weights approximately 814 kg more than 1998 Ascari Ecosse.
Because 2011 Infiniti FX 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, 2011 Infiniti FX 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti FX. (500 Nm). This means 1998 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti FX. 2011 Infiniti FX 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. 2011 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ascari Ecosse | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Ascari | Infiniti |
| Model | Ecosse | FX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 2062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1679 mm |
