2002 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 10 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Ascari Ecosse. (396 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2002 Ascari Ecosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 670 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.
Because 2012 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ascari Ecosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti M. (565 Nm). This means 2002 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti M. 2012 Infiniti M 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. 2012 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Ascari Ecosse | 2012 Infiniti M | |
Make | Ascari | Infiniti |
Model | Ecosse | M |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4722 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 565 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1917 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1514 mm |