2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M 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 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 97 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. (298 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 883 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 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. (370 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
| Make | Ascari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ecosse | M |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1796 mm |
