2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1976 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (340 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 474 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 400.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ferrari 400. 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 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 400. (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 1976 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | Q7 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 120 L |
