2002 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2003 BMW M3
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ascari Ecosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ascari Ecosse 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 54 more horse power than 2003 BMW M3. (342 HP @ 7900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW M3 weights approximately 138 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 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW M3. (350 Nm). This means 2002 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ascari Ecosse | 2003 BMW M3 | |
Make | Ascari | BMW |
Model | Ecosse | M3 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4722 cc | 3168 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 342 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1370 mm |