2008 Audi Q7 vs. 1961 Austin 7
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1630 kg more than 1961 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi Q7 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 1961 Austin 7 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | Q7 | 7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |
