2002 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1998 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2002 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 2002 Ascari Ecosse. (396 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ascari Ecosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 247 kg more than 1998 TVR Speed 12.
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, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ascari Ecosse. (678 Nm). This means 1998 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ascari Ecosse.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ascari Ecosse | 1998 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Ascari | TVR |
Model | Ecosse | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4722 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 881 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1110 mm |