1971 Buick Riviera vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Riviera (311 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q7. (272 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1971 Buick Riviera.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1971 Buick Riviera (617 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi Q7. (400 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Riviera | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | Riviera | Q7 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 617 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3002 mm |