2005 Audi A8 vs. 1999 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1999 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 1999 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1999 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | A8 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| 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 | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5300 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 |
