1988 Porsche 928 vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 928 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 186 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 928. (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 928.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Porsche 928. 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 592 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 928. (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 928 | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Porsche | Audi |
| Model | 928 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 5394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 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 Length | 4450 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |
