2002 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B
To start off, 2002 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B would be higher. At 4,722 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ascari Ecosse (396 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (136 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B weights approximately 458 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (219 Nm). This means 2002 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ascari Ecosse | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B | |
| Make | Ascari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ecosse | 300B |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1610 mm |
