2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 911 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 148 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 911 weights approximately 103 kg more than 2001 Ascari Ecosse.
Because 1995 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ascari Ecosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 911. (316 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ascari | Porsche |
| Model | Ecosse | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1260 mm |
