1992 Porsche 964 vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 964. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 964 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 964 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q7. (225 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 964 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1992 Porsche 964.
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, 2011 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 964. (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 964. 2011 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1992 Porsche 964 has manual transmission. 1992 Porsche 964 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 964 | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Porsche | Audi |
| Model | 964 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 100 L |
