1983 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 411 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Mark VII. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Mark VII.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lincoln Mark VII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lincoln Mark VII. (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lincoln Mark VII. 1983 Lincoln Mark VII has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2011 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Lincoln Mark VII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lincoln Mark VII | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Audi |
| Model | Mark VII | R8 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2649 mm |
