1998 Ascari Ecosse vs. 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ascari Ecosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ascari Ecosse would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1998 Ascari Ecosse. (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1998 Ascari Ecosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 92 kg more than 1998 Ascari Ecosse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ascari Ecosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo 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, 1998 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo. (539 Nm). This means 1998 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo.
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1998 Ascari Ecosse | 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
Make | Ascari | Lamborghini |
Model | Ecosse | Gallardo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4722 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 562 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 539 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4387 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1166 mm |