1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley QB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley QB would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (300 HP) has 251 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A6 weights approximately 1534 kg more than 1959 Berkeley QB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley QB. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 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, 2010 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB. 2010 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1959 Berkeley QB has manual transmission. 1959 Berkeley QB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 2010 Audi A6 | |
Make | Berkeley | Audi |
Model | QB | A6 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 300 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4933 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2842 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 80 L |