1991 Audi 100 vs. 1959 Berkeley B 95
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley B 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley B 95 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (226 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 1251 kg more than 1959 Berkeley B 95. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Audi 100 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley B 95. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 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, 1991 Audi 100 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1959 Berkeley B 95 | |
| Make | Audi | Berkeley |
| Model | 100 | B 95 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 363 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 25 L |
