2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1990 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1990 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa 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 | 1990 Ferrari Testarossa | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | Q7 | Testarossa |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4132 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 760 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2560 mm |