2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2008 BMW 118
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 7 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, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 17 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. 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 498 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (180 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 2008 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Ascari | BMW |
| Model | Ecosse | 118 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1470 mm |
