2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1987 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,132 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1987 Porsche 911. (231 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1987 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1248 kg more than 1987 Porsche 911. 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 1987 Porsche 911. 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 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 911. (283 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 911. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1987 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1987 Porsche 911 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.
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2009 Audi Q7 | 1987 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | Q7 | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4132 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 760 Nm | 283 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 74.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1172 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 85 L |