1977 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (225 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1545 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. 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 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alfa Romeo GT | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | GT | Q7 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 100 L |