2012 Audi Q7 vs. 1979 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Coupe.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Subaru Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 886 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi Q7 | 1979 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | Q7 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5394 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5088 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1737 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3002 mm | 2470 mm |
