2002 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2006 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2006 Maserati MC12 is newer by 4 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2002 Ascari Ecosse. (396 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ascari Ecosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 88 kg more than 2002 Ascari Ecosse. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Maserati MC12. (652 Nm). This means 2002 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Maserati MC12.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ascari Ecosse | 2006 Maserati MC12 | |
Make | Ascari | Maserati |
Model | Ecosse | MC12 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4722 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 623 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 652 Nm |
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 | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1210 mm |