2009 Audi R8 vs. 1999 Ascari Ecosse
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 10 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, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Ascari Ecosse. (395 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ascari Ecosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 353 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ascari Ecosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 1999 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi R8. (430 Nm). This means 1999 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1999 Ascari Ecosse | |
| Make | Audi | Ascari |
| Model | R8 | Ecosse |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1130 mm |
