2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1997 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1997 Ford Falcon. (301 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Falcon weights approximately 427 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Falcon. (515 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 1997 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ascari | Ford |
| Model | Ecosse | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
