2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 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 6,299 cc (3 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2013 Audi A8. (367 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 757 kg more than 2001 Ascari Ecosse.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ascari Ecosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A8. (445 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Ascari | Audi |
| Model | Ecosse | A8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 6299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1460 mm |
