1996 Audi S6 vs. 2010 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2010 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (322 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2010 Lincoln Town Car. (239 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 304 kg more than 1996 Audi S6.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Audi S6 (400 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lincoln Town Car. (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lincoln Town Car. 2010 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1996 Audi S6 has manual transmission. 1996 Audi S6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 2010 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | S6 | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3142 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
