2002 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1967 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2002 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Commodore 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 282 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 77 kg more than 1967 Opel Commodore. 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 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (174 Nm). This means 2002 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ascari Ecosse | 1967 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Ascari | Opel |
| Model | Ecosse | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
