2002 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1963 BMW 502
To start off, 2002 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 502 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 238 more horse power than 1963 BMW 502. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 502 weights approximately 243 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 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 502. (240 Nm). This means 2002 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ascari Ecosse | 1963 BMW 502 | |
| Make | Ascari | BMW |
| Model | Ecosse | 502 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 3168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 82.1 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 | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1540 mm |
