2007 Audi S8 vs. 1959 Berkeley Foursome
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 48 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 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, 2007 Audi S8 (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. 2007 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 1959 Berkeley Foursome has manual transmission. 1959 Berkeley Foursome will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi S8 | 1959 Berkeley Foursome | |
Make | Audi | Berkeley |
Model | S8 | Foursome |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 48 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 1990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 24 L |