2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1999 Ascari Ecosse
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ascari Ecosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ascari Ecosse would be higher. At 4,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm). This means 1999 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 | 1999 Ascari Ecosse | |
| Make | Mazda | Ascari |
| Model | RX-8 | Ecosse |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 4722 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1130 mm |
