2009 Audi A6 vs. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII. (280 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2217 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII. 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, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | A6 | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3129 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2870 mm |
