2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 558 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. (515 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Ascari | Pontiac |
| Model | Ecosse | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 515 Nm |
| 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 | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1330 mm |
