2007 Audi Q7 vs. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 6,558 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. 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 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. 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, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari (440 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi Q7 | 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Audi | Pontiac |
Model | Q7 | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3597 cc | 6558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2950 mm |