2000 GAZ 3111 vs. 1999 Ascari Ecosse
To start off, 2000 GAZ 3111 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ascari Ecosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ascari Ecosse would be higher. At 4,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2000 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2000 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 252 kg more than 1999 Ascari Ecosse.
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, 1999 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GAZ 3111. (216 Nm). This means 1999 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GAZ 3111 | 1999 Ascari Ecosse | |
| Make | GAZ | Ascari |
| Model | 3111 | Ecosse |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 4722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1130 mm |
