1998 Lincoln Continental vs. 2010 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS is newer by 12 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1998 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1998 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac STS weights approximately 52 kg more than 1998 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Cadillac STS 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 2010 Cadillac STS. 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, 1998 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac STS. (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1998 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lincoln Continental | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Lincoln | Cadillac |
| Model | Continental | STS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1802 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2957 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
