2006 Audi A6 vs. 1959 Berkeley B 95
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 47 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 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 1147 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, 2006 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B 95.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 1959 Berkeley B 95 | |
Make | Audi | Berkeley |
Model | A6 | B 95 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 363 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 1780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 25 L |