2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 6 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2001 Ascari Ecosse. (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2001 Ascari Ecosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 538 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,000 Nm) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ascari Ecosse. (678 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ascari Ecosse. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL 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. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ascari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ecosse | CL |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
