2006 Audi A6 vs. 1959 Berkeley Foursome
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 Foursome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley Foursome would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 1212 kg more than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. 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 Foursome. (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 Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 1959 Berkeley Foursome | |
Make | Audi | Berkeley |
Model | A6 | Foursome |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 692 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 38 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 | 12.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 468 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 1990 mm |