2008 Maserati Coupe vs. 1999 Ascari Ecosse
To start off, 2008 Maserati Coupe is newer by 9 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, 2008 Maserati Coupe (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Ascari Ecosse. (395 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1999 Ascari Ecosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 632 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Maserati Coupe. (460 Nm). This means 1999 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Maserati Coupe. 2008 Maserati Coupe has automatic transmission and 1999 Ascari Ecosse has manual transmission. 1999 Ascari Ecosse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Maserati Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maserati Coupe | 1999 Ascari Ecosse | |
| Make | Maserati | Ascari |
| Model | Coupe | Ecosse |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 4722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1130 mm |
