2007 Audi Q7 vs. 1974 Buick Centurion

To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1974 Buick Centurion. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1974 Buick Centurion. 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 1974 Buick Centurion. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Buick Centurion. (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Buick Centurion.

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2007 Audi Q7 1974 Buick Centurion
Make Audi Buick
Model Q7 Centurion
Year Released 2007 1974
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 7468 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 229 HP 226 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 501 Nm 498 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2600 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 2295 kg 2070 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 5650 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 3160 mm