2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO weights approximately 20 kg more than 2009 Audi Q7. 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 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. 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 (361 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO has manual transmission. 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO 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 | 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | Q7 | 250 GTO |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 133 L |
