2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1984 Ferrari GTO
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari GTO would be higher. At 4,721 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari GTO (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Ascari Ecosse. (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 2001 Ascari Ecosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari GTO weights approximately 583 kg more than 2001 Ascari Ecosse. 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari GTO. (496 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 1984 Ferrari GTO | |
| Make | Ascari | Ferrari |
| Model | Ecosse | GTO |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1830 kg |
