2008 Audi Q7 vs. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast

To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2008 Audi Q7. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast.

Because 2008 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi Q7. 2008 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast has manual transmission. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2008 Audi Q7 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast
Make Audi Ferrari
Model Q7 500 Superfast
Year Released 2008 1966
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3598 cc 4963 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 280 HP 395 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 360 Nm 475 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 12.0:1 8.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2205 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 90 L