1998 Audi A6 vs. 1959 Berkeley Twosome
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 39 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A6 weights approximately 1062 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.
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, 1998 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 1959 Berkeley Twosome | |
| Make | Audi | Berkeley |
| Model | A6 | Twosome |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 25 L |
