2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Comet 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 305 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 27 kg more than 1970 Mercury Comet. 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 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (209 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Ascari | Mercury |
| Model | Ecosse | Comet |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 3270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1350 mm |
