2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1971 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,536 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1971 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1971 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1971 Lincoln Continental. 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 1971 Lincoln Continental. 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 (760 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lincoln Continental. (465 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 1971 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | Q7 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4132 cc | 7536 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2980 mm |
