2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2004 Porsche GT2
To start off, 2004 Porsche GT2 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, 2004 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2001 Ascari Ecosse. (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ascari Ecosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche GT2 weights approximately 193 kg more than 2001 Ascari Ecosse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche GT2. (620 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche GT2.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ascari Ecosse | 2004 Porsche GT2 | |
Make | Ascari | Porsche |
Model | Ecosse | GT2 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4721 cc | 3599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 456 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 620 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1300 mm |