2009 BMW Z4 vs. 1999 Ascari Ecosse
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 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, 1999 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2009 BMW Z4. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 42 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 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (250 Nm). This means 1999 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4. 2009 BMW Z4 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. 2009 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 1999 Ascari Ecosse | |
| Make | BMW | Ascari |
| Model | Z4 | Ecosse |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1130 mm |
