2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1974 BMW Touring
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1340 kg more than 1974 BMW Touring. 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 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q7 | 1974 BMW Touring | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | Q7 | Touring |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1572 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |