2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1972 Pontiac Firebird

To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Firebird 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 287 more horse power than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 223 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 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. (237 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Pontiac Firebird.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Ascari Ecosse 1972 Pontiac Firebird
Make Ascari Pontiac
Model Ecosse Firebird
Year Released 2001 1972
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4721 cc 4093 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 395 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 678 Nm 237 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1247 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1290 mm


 

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