2002 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88
To start off, 2002 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 would be higher. At 6,965 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ascari Ecosse (396 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88. (375 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 weights approximately 622 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88. (638 Nm). This means 2002 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 has automatic transmission and 2002 Ascari Ecosse has manual transmission. 2002 Ascari Ecosse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ascari Ecosse | 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 | |
Make | Ascari | Oldsmobile |
Model | Ecosse | Delta 88 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4722 cc | 6965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 638 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 104.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 101 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1869 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1420 mm |