2007 Audi Q7 vs. 1950 Bristol 401
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1950 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1950 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1950 Bristol 401. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Bristol 401. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi Q7 (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Bristol 401. 2007 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1950 Bristol 401 has manual transmission. 1950 Bristol 401 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 1950 Bristol 401 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | Q7 | 401 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2900 mm |
