2007 Audi Q7 vs. 1977 Ford LTD
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (344 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1977 Ford LTD. (296 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1977 Ford LTD. 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 1977 Ford LTD. 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, 1977 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi Q7. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 1977 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Q7 | LTD |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3080 mm |
