2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1974 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1974 Ferrari 308.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Ferrari 308. 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 (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari 308. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1974 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1974 Ferrari 308 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 | 1974 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | Q7 | 308 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2560 mm |
