2007 Audi Q7 vs. 1966 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mini Countryman 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 310 more horse power than 1966 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1580 kg more than 1966 Mini Countryman. 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 1966 Mini Countryman. 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 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mini Countryman. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mini Countryman. 2007 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1966 Mini Countryman has manual transmission. 1966 Mini Countryman 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 | 1966 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | Q7 | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2140 mm |
