2002 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1961 Triumph TR3
To start off, 2002 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph TR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph TR3 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 295 more horse power than 1961 Triumph TR3. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph TR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 343 kg more than 1961 Triumph TR3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph TR3. (172 Nm). This means 2002 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph TR3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ascari Ecosse | 1961 Triumph TR3 | |
| Make | Ascari | Triumph |
| Model | Ecosse | TR3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 904 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1280 mm |
