1999 Audi S8 vs. 2006 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2006 Lincoln LS is newer by 7 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 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln LS (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 39 kg more than 2006 Lincoln LS.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lincoln LS. 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, 2006 Lincoln LS (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 2006 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | S8 | LS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 3933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1711 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
