1982 Lincoln Continental vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1982 Lincoln Continental. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1982 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lincoln Continental. (237 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lincoln Continental | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Audi |
| Model | Continental | A6 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2912 mm |
