2007 Audi Q7 vs. 1972 Ford Galaxie
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Galaxie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Galaxie would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Galaxie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1972 Ford Galaxie. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Galaxie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 426 kg more than 1972 Ford Galaxie. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Galaxie. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Galaxie. (375 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Galaxie.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 1972 Ford Galaxie | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Q7 | Galaxie |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1869 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 83 L |
