2000 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1967 AC Cobra
To start off, 2000 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Ascari Ecosse. (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2000 Ascari Ecosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 101 kg more than 1967 AC Cobra.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 AC Cobra. (651 Nm). This means 2000 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ascari Ecosse | 1967 AC Cobra | |
Make | Ascari | AC |
Model | Ecosse | Cobra |
Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4722 cc | 6997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 410 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 651 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 107.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1147 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1250 mm |