2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 8 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 177 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Elise. (218 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 297 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise. 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 466 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (212 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ascari Ecosse | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Ascari | Lotus |
Model | Ecosse | Elise |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4721 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 212 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1120 mm |