2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1964 Jaguar 3.8

To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar 3.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar 3.8 would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar 3.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1964 Jaguar 3.8. (221 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1964 Jaguar 3.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1964 Jaguar 3.8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Jaguar 3.8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jaguar 3.8. (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jaguar 3.8. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1964 Jaguar 3.8 has manual transmission. 1964 Jaguar 3.8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 Audi Q7 1964 Jaguar 3.8
Make Audi Jaguar
Model Q7 3.8
Year Released 2009 1964
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 3781 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 229 HP 221 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 325 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 8.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 205 km/hour 195 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2370 kg 1575 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.5 L/100km 11.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 63 L