2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2007 Ascari A10
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ascari A10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ascari A10 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ascari A10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911. 2008 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2007 Ascari A10 has manual transmission. 2007 Ascari A10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 2007 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Porsche | Ascari |
| Model | 911 | A10 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 625 HP |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 346 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2636 mm |
