2002 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 2002 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 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) has 262 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 233 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 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. (206 Nm). This means 2002 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ascari Ecosse | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Ascari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ecosse | 230 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
