1998 Toyota Camry vs. 2011 Ascari A10
To start off, 2011 Ascari A10 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 490 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Camry. (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Camry weights approximately 135 kg more than 2011 Ascari A10.
Because 2011 Ascari A10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Ascari A10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Camry. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Toyota Camry | 2011 Ascari A10 | |
Make | Toyota | Ascari |
Model | Camry | A10 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2164 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 625 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1852 mm |