1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Coronet.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Dodge Coronet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 707 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (293 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Coronet. 2012 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1968 Dodge Coronet has manual transmission. 1968 Dodge Coronet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Coronet | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 5394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |
