2009 Audi A8 vs. 1981 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (329 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1981 Lincoln Town Car. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1981 Lincoln Town Car. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 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, 2009 Audi A8 (431 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lincoln Town Car. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lincoln Town Car.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A8 | 1981 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Audi | Lincoln |
Model | A8 | Town Car |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4942 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |