1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2007 Audi Q7
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2007 Audi Q7. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2007 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi Q7. 2007 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2007 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | V8 Vantage | Q7 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 100 L |