2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1954 Ford Vedette
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1954 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ford Vedette weights approximately 195 kg more than 2009 Audi Q7.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (361 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Vedette. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1954 Ford Vedette has manual transmission. 1954 Ford Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 1954 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Q7 | Vedette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 2158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2700 mm |
