1994 Audi A8 vs. 1958 Berkeley Foursome
To start off, 1994 Audi A8 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Berkeley Foursome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Berkeley Foursome would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A8 (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A8 weights approximately 1104 kg more than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. 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 A8 (249 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. 1994 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1958 Berkeley Foursome has manual transmission. 1958 Berkeley Foursome will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1994 Audi A8 | 1958 Berkeley Foursome | |
Make | Audi | Berkeley |
Model | A8 | Foursome |
Year Released | 1994 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2771 cc | 592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 1990 mm |