2008 Audi Q7 vs. 1965 Austin A 40
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1535 kg more than 1965 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi Q7 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 1965 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | Q7 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 29 L |
