2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1955 Austin A 55
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 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 4,133 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1365 kg more than 1955 Austin A 55. 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 55. 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 (760 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 650 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 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 55. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 55 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 55 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 | 1955 Austin A 55 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | Q7 | A 55 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4133 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2530 mm |
