2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2007 SSC Aero
To start off, 2007 SSC Aero 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 667 more horse power than 2001 Ascari Ecosse. (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2001 Ascari Ecosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SSC Aero weights approximately 46 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 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm) has 679 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ascari Ecosse. (678 Nm). This means 2007 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ascari Ecosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 2007 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Ascari | SSC |
| Model | Ecosse | Aero |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1090 mm |
