2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2013 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 12 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2001 Ascari Ecosse. (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ascari Ecosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 568 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, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Aston Martin DB9. (601 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Aston Martin DB9. 2013 Aston Martin DB9 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. 2013 Aston Martin DB9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 2013 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Ascari | Aston Martin |
| Model | Ecosse | DB9 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1270 mm |
