2009 Audi A6 vs. 1973 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1973 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 519 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 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, 1973 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 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 | 1973 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Audi | Lincoln |
Model | A6 | Continental |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 7542 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3230 mm |