1971 Audi 100 vs. 2009 Audi Q7
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi 100 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (494 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1555 kg more than 1971 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 839 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 2009 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 100 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 5934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3010 mm |
