2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2010 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2010 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 9 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 163 more horse power than 2010 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 143 kg more 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, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 2010 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Ascari | Mazda |
| Model | Ecosse | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1341 mm |
