2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1995 BMW 330
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 330 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 202 more horse power than 1995 BMW 330. (193 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 330 weights approximately 148 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 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 330. (280 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 1995 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Ascari | BMW |
| Model | Ecosse | 330 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
