2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1959 BMW 503
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 503 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 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 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 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 1959 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 1959 BMW 503 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Q7 | 503 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| 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 |
