1996 Audi A8 vs. 1997 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1997 Lincoln Continental is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1997 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 30 kg more than 1996 Audi A8.
Because 1996 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A8 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, 1996 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A8 | 1997 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Audi | Lincoln |
Model | A8 | Continental |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90.4 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 75 L |