2002 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette

To start off, 2002 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,361 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ascari Ecosse (396 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 223 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. (488 Nm). This means 2002 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Ascari Ecosse 1962 Chevrolet Corvette
Make Ascari Chevrolet
Model Ecosse Corvette
Year Released 2002 1962
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4722 cc 5361 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 396 HP 296 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 678 Nm 488 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1247 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1250 mm


 

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