2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,721 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2001 Ascari Ecosse. (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ascari Ecosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 209 kg more than 2001 Ascari Ecosse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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, 1998 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 911. (583 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ascari Ecosse | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ascari | Porsche |
Model | Ecosse | 911 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4721 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 443 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 583 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 76.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1270 mm |