2007 Audi RS4 vs. 1981 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2007 Audi RS4 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi RS4 (420 HP @ 8205 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1981 Lincoln Town Car. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 Audi RS4.
Because 2007 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi RS4 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 RS4 (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lincoln Town Car. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lincoln Town Car.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi RS4 | 1981 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | RS4 | Town Car |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8205 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
