2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2007 Saleen S7
To start off, 2007 Saleen S7 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 2001 Ascari Ecosse. (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Saleen S7 (949 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ascari Ecosse. (678 Nm). This means 2007 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ascari Ecosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 2007 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | Ascari | Saleen |
| Model | Ecosse | S7 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1041 mm |
