2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, both 2001 Ascari Ecosse and 2001 Rover 75 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 247 more horse power than 2001 Rover 75. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 258 kg more than 2001 Ascari Ecosse.
Because 2001 Ascari Ecosse is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Ascari Ecosse. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Rover 75, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 493 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 75. (185 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Ascari | Rover |
| Model | Ecosse | 75 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
