2001 Audi A6 vs. 1957 Berkeley Sports
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 44 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 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 1238 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.
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, 2001 Audi A6 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 1957 Berkeley Sports | |
| Make | Audi | Berkeley |
| Model | A6 | Sports |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 15 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 57 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 282 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 15 L |
