2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen SP2 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 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1340 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi Q7 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Q7 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2410 mm |
