2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2000 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 4,721 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2001 Ascari Ecosse. (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ascari Ecosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 197 kg more than 2000 Lotus GT 1.
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 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus GT 1. (391 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus GT 1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 2000 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Ascari | Lotus |
| Model | Ecosse | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 573 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1110 mm |
