2006 Audi A8 vs. 1991 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2006 Audi A8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1991 Lincoln Town Car. (210 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1991 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1991 Lincoln Town Car. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 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, 2006 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lincoln Town Car. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lincoln Town Car.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 1991 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | A8 | Town Car |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4134 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2990 mm |
