2002 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III
To start off, 2002 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III 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 250 more horse power than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 67 kg more than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. 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 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (166 Nm). This means 2002 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ascari Ecosse | 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | |
| Make | Ascari | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Ecosse | 3000 Mk III |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1250 mm |
