2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1960 Jensen 541
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jensen 541 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 266 more horse power than 1960 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1960 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jensen 541 weights approximately 247 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 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jensen 541. (310 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 1960 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Ascari | Jensen |
| Model | Ecosse | 541 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1390 mm |
