2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1993 Ferrari 456
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Ascari Ecosse. (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ascari Ecosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 448 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ferrari 456. (550 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ferrari 456. 1993 Ferrari 456 has automatic transmission and 2001 Ascari Ecosse has manual transmission. 2001 Ascari Ecosse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Ferrari 456 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 1993 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | Ascari | Ferrari |
| Model | Ecosse | 456 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1310 mm |
