2007 Audi A4 vs. 1983 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Town Car. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 80 kg more than 2007 Audi A4.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 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, 2007 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lincoln Town Car. (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lincoln Town Car.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1983 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | A4 | Town Car |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3121 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
