2008 Audi A6 vs. 1987 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1987 Lincoln Town Car. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 100 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 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, 2008 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lincoln Town Car. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lincoln Town Car. 1987 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1987 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | A6 | Town Car |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2990 mm |
