2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1995 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Jaguar XJS 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 175 more horse power than 1995 Jaguar XJS. (220 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1995 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jaguar XJS 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 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Jaguar XJS. (377 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ascari Ecosse | 1995 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Ascari | Jaguar |
Model | Ecosse | XJS |
Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4721 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 377 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1270 mm |