1962 Ford Cortina vs. 2010 Audi Q7
To start off, 2010 Audi Q7 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q7 (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1962 Ford Cortina. (48 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1567 kg more than 1962 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 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, 2010 Audi Q7 (360 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Cortina. 2010 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1962 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1962 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Cortina | 2010 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Cortina | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 2345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 100 L |
