2007 Audi Q7 vs. 1972 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 7,445 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 GMC Suburban (238 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Audi Q7. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Suburban weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 Audi Q7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 GMC Suburban. (481 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 1972 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | Q7 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 7445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3300 mm |
