1998 Lincoln Continental vs. 2005 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2005 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1998 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 400 kg more than 2005 Ascari KZ1.
Because 2005 Ascari KZ1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ascari KZ1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Lincoln Continental, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lincoln Continental. 1998 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 2005 Ascari KZ1 has manual transmission. 2005 Ascari KZ1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lincoln Continental | 2005 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Ascari |
| Model | Continental | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2636 mm |
