1999 Audi A8 vs. 2001 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2001 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lincoln Town Car (202 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 Audi A8. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 134 kg more than 1999 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2001 Lincoln Town Car (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi A8 | 2001 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Audi | Lincoln |
Model | A8 | Town Car |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2771 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1769 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3070 mm |