1978 Lincoln Mark VI vs. 2000 Audi A6
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lincoln Mark VI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lincoln Mark VI would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Lincoln Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1978 Lincoln Mark VI. (139 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Lincoln Mark VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lincoln Mark VI weights approximately 100 kg more than 2000 Audi A6.
Because 2000 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Lincoln Mark VI. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Lincoln Mark VI (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1978 Lincoln Mark VI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lincoln Mark VI | 2000 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Audi |
| Model | Mark VI | A6 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
