2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1956 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Flaminia 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 276 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. (119 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 37 kg more than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 492 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 1956 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Ascari | Lancia |
| Model | Ecosse | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
