1956 Ford Prefect vs. 2010 Audi Q7
To start off, 2010 Audi Q7 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q7 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1956 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1695 kg more than 1956 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi Q7 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Prefect. 2010 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1956 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1956 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Prefect | 2010 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Prefect | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 2460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3002 mm |
