1981 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Audi Q7
To start off, 2010 Audi Q7 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 911 (232 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Audi Q7. (225 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1981 Porsche 911.
Because 2010 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Porsche 911. (284 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Porsche 911. 2010 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1981 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1981 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Porsche 911 | 2010 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Porsche | Audi |
| Model | 911 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
