2008 Audi Q7 vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (345 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 911. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1988 Porsche 911. 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 1988 Porsche 911. 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, 2008 Audi Q7 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 911. 2008 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1988 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1988 Porsche 911 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 | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | Q7 | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |