2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1996 BMW Z3
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW Z3 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 194 more horse power than 1996 BMW Z3. (201 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW Z3 weights approximately 8 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 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW Z3. (275 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW Z3. 1996 BMW Z3 has automatic transmission and 2001 Ascari Ecosse has manual transmission. 2001 Ascari Ecosse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW Z3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 1996 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Ascari | BMW |
| Model | Ecosse | Z3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1290 mm |
