2002 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1956 Chrysler C
To start off, 2002 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler C would be higher. At 5,801 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ascari Ecosse (396 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler C. (350 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler C weights approximately 633 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chrysler C. (560 Nm). This means 2002 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chrysler C.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ascari Ecosse | 1956 Chrysler C | |
Make | Ascari | Chrysler |
Model | Ecosse | C |
Year Released | 2002 | 1956 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4722 cc | 5801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 560 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1510 mm |