1994 Audi A6 vs. 1959 Berkeley QB
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 35 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (114 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 1129 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Audi A6 (265 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 1959 Berkeley QB | |
| Make | Audi | Berkeley |
| Model | A6 | QB |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2459 cc | 692 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 1990 mm |
