1956 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2005 Audi A3
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 1219 kg more than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 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, 2005 Audi A3 (330 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. 2005 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 1956 Berkeley Twosome has manual transmission. 1956 Berkeley Twosome will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Berkeley Twosome | 2005 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Audi |
| Model | Twosome | A3 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 306 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2760 mm |
