2000 Audi A8 vs. 1960 Berkeley Twosome
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 1325 kg more than 1960 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, 2000 Audi A8 (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1960 Berkeley Twosome | |
| Make | Audi | Berkeley |
| Model | A8 | Twosome |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 25 L |
