1987 Audi 200 vs. 1959 Berkeley Twosome
To start off, 1987 Audi 200 is newer by 28 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 2,110 cc (5 cylinders), 1987 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi 200 (503 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 485 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi 200 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Audi 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Audi 200 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, 1987 Audi 200 (501 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 200 | 1959 Berkeley Twosome | |
| Make | Audi | Berkeley |
| Model | 200 | Twosome |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 1790 mm |
