2002 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2002 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph would be higher. At 5,377 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ascari Ecosse (396 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. (318 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 1053 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. (489 Nm). This means 2002 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph 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. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ascari Ecosse | 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | Ascari | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Ecosse | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 5377 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1520 mm |
