2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1958 BMW 503
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 503 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 BMW 503 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1958 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1958 BMW 503. 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 1958 BMW 503. 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 (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 1958 BMW 503 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Q7 | 503 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |
