2007 Audi Q7 vs. 1997 BMW 850
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 850 (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2007 Audi Q7. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1997 BMW 850.
Because 2007 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 BMW 850. 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) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 850. (490 Nm). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 1997 BMW 850 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Q7 | 850 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5379 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2690 mm |
