2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1956 BMW 501
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 501 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (494 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1956 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1956 BMW 501. 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 1956 BMW 501. 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 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 778 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 1956 BMW 501 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Q7 | 501 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 3166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2605 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2840 mm |
