1999 Audi S8 vs. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT
To start off, 2007 Lincoln Mark LT is newer by 8 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lincoln Mark LT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lincoln Mark LT (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 825 kg more than 1999 Audi S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lincoln Mark LT. 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, 2007 Lincoln Mark LT (523 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi S8 | 2007 Lincoln Mark LT | |
Make | Audi | Lincoln |
Model | S8 | Mark LT |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 523 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 105.9 mm |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3520 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 114 L |