1998 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 15 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (602 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1998 Ascari Ecosse. (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1998 Ascari Ecosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1192 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 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (750 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ascari Ecosse. (678 Nm). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ascari Ecosse. 2013 Bentley Continental 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. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ascari Ecosse | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Ascari | Bentley |
| Model | Ecosse | Continental |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 602 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1465 mm |
