2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1969 Toyota Century
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Century weights approximately 774 kg more than 2009 Audi Q7.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Toyota Century. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 1969 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Q7 | Century |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
