2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1982 Lincoln Mark VI
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lincoln Mark VI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lincoln Mark VI would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Lincoln Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1982 Lincoln Mark VI. (139 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1982 Lincoln Mark VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lincoln Mark VI weights approximately 573 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lincoln Mark VI. (359 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lincoln Mark VI. 1982 Lincoln Mark VI has automatic transmission and 2001 Ascari Ecosse has manual transmission. 2001 Ascari Ecosse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Lincoln Mark VI will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 1982 Lincoln Mark VI | |
| Make | Ascari | Lincoln |
| Model | Ecosse | Mark VI |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1440 mm |
