1978 Ford Falcon vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1978 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Falcon.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Falcon. 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 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 737 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Falcon | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Falcon | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 5394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3002 mm |
