2008 Audi Q7 vs. 1978 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (345 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1978 De Tomaso Deauville. (297 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1978 De Tomaso Deauville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1978 De Tomaso Deauville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 De Tomaso Deauville. 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, 1978 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi Q7. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi Q7 | 1978 De Tomaso Deauville | |
Make | Audi | De Tomaso |
Model | Q7 | Deauville |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2610 mm |