2002 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1956 BMW 501
To start off, 2002 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 501 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 258 more horse power than 1956 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 501 weights approximately 158 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 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 501. (222 Nm). This means 2002 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ascari Ecosse | 1956 BMW 501 | |
Make | Ascari | BMW |
Model | Ecosse | 501 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4722 cc | 3166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 222 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1540 mm |