2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2011 Alpina B5
To start off, 2011 Alpina B5 is newer by 10 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, 2011 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2001 Ascari Ecosse. (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ascari Ecosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B5 weights approximately 473 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, 2011 Alpina B5 (700 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ascari Ecosse. (678 Nm). This means 2011 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ascari Ecosse. 2011 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 2001 Ascari Ecosse has manual transmission. 2001 Ascari Ecosse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ascari Ecosse | 2011 Alpina B5 | |
Make | Ascari | Alpina |
Model | Ecosse | B5 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4721 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 700 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1470 mm |