2009 Audi A6 vs. 1972 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1972 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 790 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1972 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1972 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1972 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | A6 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3129 cc | 7542 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3230 mm |
