2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1964 Rover P5
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Rover P5 would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1964 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1964 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Rover P5 weights approximately 790 kg more than 2009 Audi Q7.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Rover P5. 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 (361 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Rover P5. (219 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 1964 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | Q7 | P5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 52 L |
