1959 Lincoln Continental vs. 1998 Kia Potentia
To start off, 1998 Kia Potentia is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,043 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Lincoln Continental (349 HP) has 211 more horse power than 1998 Kia Potentia. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 758 kg more than 1998 Kia Potentia. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lincoln Continental | 1998 Kia Potentia | |
| Make | Lincoln | Kia |
| Model | Continental | Potentia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7043 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2223 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2720 mm |
