2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1955 Austin A 135
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1955 Austin A 135. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 135. 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 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 135. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 135. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 135 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 135 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.
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2009 Audi Q7 | 1955 Austin A 135 | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | Q7 | A 135 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3360 mm |