2007 Audi Q7 vs. 1971 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1971 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1971 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 Audi Q7.
Because 2007 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Lincoln Continental. 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, 2007 Audi Q7 (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lincoln Continental. (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 1971 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | Q7 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 7542 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3230 mm |
