2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1973 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota 2000GT 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 268 more horse power than 1973 Toyota 2000GT. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota 2000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 87 kg more than 1973 Toyota 2000GT. 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 498 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota 2000GT.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ascari Ecosse | 1973 Toyota 2000GT | |
Make | Ascari | Toyota |
Model | Ecosse | 2000GT |
Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4721 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 180 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1170 mm |