1968 Audi 100 vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 1999 Lincoln LS is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Audi 100 would be higher. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln LS (249 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1968 Audi 100. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1968 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 618 kg more than 1968 Audi 100. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Lincoln LS (361 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Audi 100. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Audi 100 | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | 100 | LS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 3934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |
