2008 Audi Q7 vs. 1991 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1991 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1991 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1991 Porsche 911. 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 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 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 1991 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 1991 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | Q7 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1260 mm |
