1996 Lincoln Continental vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1996 Lincoln Continental. (218 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lincoln Continental.
Because 2012 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 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, 2012 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lincoln Continental | 2012 Audi S5 | |
Make | Lincoln | Audi |
Model | Continental | S5 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 354 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |