2009 Audi A6 vs. 1988 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. (223 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 170 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. 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, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1988 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1988 Lincoln Mark VII | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | A6 | Mark VII |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3129 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
