2000 Audi A8 vs. 1982 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lincoln Town Car (129 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 157 kg more than 2000 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Lincoln Town Car is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Audi A8 (380 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lincoln Town Car. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lincoln Town Car.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A8 | 1982 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Audi | Lincoln |
Model | A8 | Town Car |
Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1817 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |