1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 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 A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. 2011 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1959 Berkeley Twosome has manual transmission. 1959 Berkeley Twosome will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Audi |
| Model | Twosome | A8 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 90 L |
