1971 Ford GT 70 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 Ford GT 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford GT 70 would be higher. At 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1971 Ford GT 70. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford GT 70.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford GT 70. 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, 2011 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 875 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 70. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 70. 2011 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1971 Ford GT 70 has manual transmission. 1971 Ford GT 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford GT 70 | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | GT 70 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 5394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3002 mm |
