2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1985 Porsche 928
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1985 Porsche 928. (310 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1985 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1985 Porsche 928. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Porsche 928. 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Porsche 928. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 1985 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | Q7 | 928 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4132 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |
