1983 Lincoln Continental vs. 2010 Audi R8
To start off, 2010 Audi R8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental.
Because 2010 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 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, 2010 Audi R8 (429 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lincoln Continental | 2010 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Audi |
| Model | Continental | R8 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 429 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2649 mm |
