2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2003 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2003 Nissan 350Z is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ascari Ecosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ascari Ecosse 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 112 more horse power than 2003 Nissan 350Z. (283 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 217 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 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan 350Z. (371 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ascari Ecosse | 2003 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Ascari | Nissan |
Model | Ecosse | 350Z |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4721 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 371 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1320 mm |