2005 Audi S6 vs. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2005 Audi S6 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 S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII. (280 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S6 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 1942 kg more than 2005 Audi S6.
Because 2005 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi S6 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, 2005 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII. (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S6 | 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | S6 | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2870 mm |
