2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1972 Nissan 240 C
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan 240 C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan 240 C 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 286 more horse power than 1972 Nissan 240 C. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan 240 C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan 240 C weights approximately 53 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 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan 240 C. (200 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan 240 C.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ascari Ecosse | 1972 Nissan 240 C | |
Make | Ascari | Nissan |
Model | Ecosse | 240 C |
Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4721 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 200 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1470 mm |