2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1997 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,984 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1997 Chrysler Viper. (389 HP @ 5150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1997 Chrysler Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 343 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chrysler Viper. (620 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chrysler Viper.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ascari Ecosse | 1997 Chrysler Viper | |
Make | Ascari | Chrysler |
Model | Ecosse | Viper |
Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4721 cc | 7984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 620 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1130 mm |