2007 Audi Q7 vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 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 178 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1956 Rover P4. 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 1956 Rover P4. 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 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4. 2007 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1956 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1956 Rover P4 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 | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | Q7 | P4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2830 mm |
