2005 Audi A8 vs. 1996 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1996 Lincoln Continental. (218 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1996 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1996 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | A8 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
