2000 Audi S3 vs. 1957 Berkeley Sports
To start off, 2000 Audi S3 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Berkeley Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Berkeley Sports would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S3 weights approximately 1248 kg more than 1957 Berkeley Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Berkeley Sports. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 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, 2000 Audi S3 (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi S3 | 1957 Berkeley Sports | |
Make | Audi | Berkeley |
Model | S3 | Sports |
Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 322 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 15 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 57 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 282 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 15 L |