2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1979 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1979 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1979 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 333 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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Avanti Avanti. (443 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 1979 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Ascari | Avanti |
| Model | Ecosse | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 6570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1380 mm |
