2009 BMW M3 vs. 1999 Ascari Ecosse
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Ascari Ecosse. (395 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ascari Ecosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 72 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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm). This means 1999 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1999 Ascari Ecosse | |
Make | BMW | Ascari |
Model | M3 | Ecosse |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4722 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 678 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1248 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1130 mm |