2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1987 BMW M6
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW M6 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 113 more horse power than 1987 BMW M6. (282 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW M6 weights approximately 258 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 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW M6. (334 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ascari Ecosse | 1987 BMW M6 | |
Make | Ascari | BMW |
Model | Ecosse | M6 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4721 cc | 3453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 334 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 93.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1360 mm |