2004 Audi A4 vs. 1959 Berkeley B 95
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 45 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 1127 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.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley B 95. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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, 2004 Audi A4 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1959 Berkeley B 95 | |
| Make | Audi | Berkeley |
| Model | A4 | B 95 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 363 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 25 L |
