2001 Audi A6 vs. 1959 Berkeley Twosome
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 Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 1255 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.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 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, 2001 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 1959 Berkeley Twosome | |
| Make | Audi | Berkeley |
| Model | A6 | Twosome |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 1790 mm |
