2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1972 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Charger. (256 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Charger weights approximately 780 kg more than 2009 Audi Q7.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Dodge Charger. 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, 1972 Dodge Charger (470 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi Q7. (361 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 1972 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | Q7 | Charger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3010 mm |
