2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 888 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (900 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ascari Ecosse. (678 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ascari Ecosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ascari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ecosse | CL |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5106 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1426 mm |
