1999 Audi S8 vs. 2005 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Continental is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln Continental.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 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, 2005 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi S8 | 2005 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Audi | Lincoln |
Model | S8 | Continental |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90.4 mm |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |