1983 Lincoln Continental vs. 1999 Ascari Ecosse
To start off, 1999 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 352 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 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (310 Nm). This means 1999 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lincoln Continental | 1999 Ascari Ecosse | |
| Make | Lincoln | Ascari |
| Model | Continental | Ecosse |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 4722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1130 mm |
