2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2004 BMW 120
To start off, 2004 BMW 120 is newer by 3 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 247 more horse power than 2004 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 120 weights approximately 103 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 478 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 120. (200 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 120. 2004 BMW 120 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. 2004 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 2004 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Ascari | BMW |
| Model | Ecosse | 120 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 1994 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 | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1440 mm |
