2002 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1998 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2002 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Speedster 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 198 more horse power than 1998 Opel Speedster. (198 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 242 kg more than 1998 Opel Speedster. 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 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm). This means 2002 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ascari Ecosse | 1998 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Ascari | Opel |
| Model | Ecosse | Speedster |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1120 mm |
