2007 Audi Q7 vs. 1960 Austin A 55
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 4,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (344 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1118 kg more than 1960 Austin A 55. 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 1960 Austin A 55. 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 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 1960 Austin A 55 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | Q7 | A 55 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |
