2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1976 BMW 630
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 630 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 213 more horse power than 1976 BMW 630. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 630 weights approximately 204 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 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 630. (255 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ascari Ecosse | 1976 BMW 630 | |
Make | Ascari | BMW |
Model | Ecosse | 630 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4721 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 255 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1390 mm |