1997 Lincoln Mark VIII vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII (290 HP) has 82 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 1922 kg more than 2013 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A5. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Audi |
| Model | Mark VIII | A5 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3757 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5263 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1361 mm | 1383 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2751 mm |
