2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, both 2001 Ascari Ecosse and 2001 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 234 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 803 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 492 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. (186 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. 2001 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2001 Ascari Ecosse has manual transmission. 2001 Ascari Ecosse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Ascari Ecosse 2001 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Ascari Mercedes-Benz
Model Ecosse C
Year Released 2001 2001
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4721 cc 3201 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 395 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 678 Nm 186 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1247 kg 2050 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4540 mm


 

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