2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1972 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 934 kg more than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Mustang. 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) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (502 Nm). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Mustang 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 | 1972 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Q7 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4132 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2780 mm |
