2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1951 Rover P4
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Rover P4 would be higher. At 4,721 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1951 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1951 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Rover P4 weights approximately 143 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 528 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Rover P4. (150 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 1951 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Ascari | Rover |
| Model | Ecosse | P4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 2103 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1620 mm |
