2005 Audi S4 vs. 1981 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1981 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lincoln Continental. (313 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1981 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | S4 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2990 mm |
