2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2011 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2011 BMW 1 Series 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, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2011 BMW 1 Series. (335 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 1 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 278 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 1 Series. (450 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 1 Series.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ascari Ecosse | 2011 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Ascari | BMW |
Model | Ecosse | 1 Series |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4721 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 450 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 | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1420 mm |