2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 363 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 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (381 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2001 Ascari Ecosse has manual transmission. 2001 Ascari Ecosse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Ascari | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Ecosse | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1370 mm |
