2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1964 Maserati 3500
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1964 Maserati 3500. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1964 Maserati 3500.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Maserati 3500. 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 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Maserati 3500. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Maserati 3500. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1964 Maserati 3500 has manual transmission. 1964 Maserati 3500 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 1964 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | Q7 | 3500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2610 mm |
