2001 Audi A8 vs. 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2001 Audi A8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 1897 kg more than 2001 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | A8 | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2870 mm |
