1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2011 Audi S4
To start off, 2011 Audi S4 is newer by 52 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), 2011 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S4 weights approximately 1269 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 2011 Audi S4 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, 2011 Audi S4 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, 2011 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 2011 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Audi |
| Model | QB | S4 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 64 L |
