2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1999 Lotus M250
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotus M250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus M250 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 1999 Lotus M250. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1999 Lotus M250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 297 kg more than 1999 Lotus M250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus M250. (321 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus M250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 1999 Lotus M250 | |
| Make | Ascari | Lotus |
| Model | Ecosse | M250 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1180 mm |
