2002 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1963 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2002 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ascari Ecosse (396 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 128 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. (475 Nm). This means 2002 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ascari Ecosse | 1963 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Ascari | Chevrolet |
Model | Ecosse | Corvette |
Year Released | 2002 | 1963 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4722 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 475 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 | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1280 mm |