2001 Audi A6 vs. 1959 Berkeley B 95
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley B 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley B 95 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 1117 kg more than 1959 Berkeley B 95. 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 (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B 95.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A6 | 1959 Berkeley B 95 | |
Make | Audi | Berkeley |
Model | A6 | B 95 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 363 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 1780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 25 L |