2008 Audi Q7 vs. 1972 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (345 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1460 kg more than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi Q7 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (83 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 1972 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | Q7 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2110 mm |
