1998 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 14 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 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Ram. (350 HP @ 3013 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1289 kg more than 1998 Ascari Ecosse.
Because 2012 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ascari Ecosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (827 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ascari Ecosse. (678 Nm). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ascari Ecosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ascari Ecosse | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Ascari | Dodge |
| Model | Ecosse | Ram |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 6690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3013 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 2000 mm |
