2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (542 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2001 Ascari Ecosse. (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2001 Ascari Ecosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 748 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.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (750 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ascari Ecosse. (678 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ascari Ecosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Ascari | Porsche |
| Model | Ecosse | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1418 mm |
