2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. (326 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 483 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. (480 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ascari Ecosse | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Ascari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ecosse | 500 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4721 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 480 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |