1972 BMW Touring vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q7 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1325 kg more than 1972 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Audi Q7 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | Touring | Q7 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3002 mm |