1957 Ford Popular vs. 2011 Audi Q7

To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Popular would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q7 (225 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1787 kg more than 1957 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ford Popular. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular. 2011 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1957 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1957 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Ford Popular 2011 Audi Q7
Make Ford Audi
Model Popular Q7
Year Released 1957 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1172 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 26 HP 225 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3750 RPM
Torque 63 Nm 550 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 738 kg 2525 kg
Vehicle Length 3880 mm 5088 mm
Vehicle Width 1440 mm 1984 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1737 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 3002 mm


 

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