2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1993 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Sierra 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 277 more horse power than 1993 Ford Sierra. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 132 kg more than 1993 Ford Sierra. 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 511 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Sierra. (167 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 1993 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Ascari | Ford |
| Model | Ecosse | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 86 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 | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1370 mm |
