2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 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 359 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 287 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 597 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Ascari | Wartburg |
| Model | Ecosse | 312 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1460 mm |
