2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1964 Austin A 40
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 40 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 (345 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1484 kg more than 1964 Austin A 40. 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 1964 Austin A 40. 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 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 1964 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | Q7 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 29 L |
