2007 Audi A4 vs. 1979 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 6,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 157 kg more than 2007 Audi A4.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1979 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | A4 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 6554 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2990 mm |
