2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1995 Ferrari F55
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari F55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari F55 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 19 more horse power than 1995 Ferrari F55. (376 HP @ 8250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1995 Ferrari F55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari F55 weights approximately 268 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, 1995 Ferrari F55 (759 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ascari Ecosse. (678 Nm). This means 1995 Ferrari F55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ascari Ecosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 1995 Ferrari F55 | |
| Make | Ascari | Ferrari |
| Model | Ecosse | F55 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1515 kg |
