2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2005 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 4 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 8,284 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2001 Ascari Ecosse. (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2001 Ascari Ecosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 299 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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ascari Ecosse. (678 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ascari Ecosse.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ascari Ecosse | 2005 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Ascari | Dodge |
Model | Ecosse | Viper |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4721 cc | 8284 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 712 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 102.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 100.6 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 | 1546 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1240 mm |