2005 Audi S4 vs. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII. (290 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2022 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII. (400 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi S4 | 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
Make | Audi | Lincoln |
Model | S4 | Mark VIII |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 3757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5265 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1361 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2870 mm |