2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 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 148 more horse power than 1989 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1989 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Porsche 911 weights approximately 88 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 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 911. (317 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ascari Ecosse | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ascari | Porsche |
Model | Ecosse | 911 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4721 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 317 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 76.4 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 | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1330 mm |