1995 Audi S6 vs. 1972 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1995 Audi S6 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi S6 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 595 kg more than 1995 Audi S6.
Because 1995 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi S6 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, 1972 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi S6. (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1972 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi S6. 1972 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1995 Audi S6 has manual transmission. 1995 Audi S6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi S6 | 1972 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | S6 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 7542 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3230 mm |
