2007 Audi S8 vs. 1960 Berkeley Twosome
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Berkeley Twosome 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 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 1635 kg more than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. 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 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. 2007 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 1960 Berkeley Twosome has manual transmission. 1960 Berkeley Twosome 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 1960 Berkeley Twosome | |
| Make | Audi | Berkeley |
| Model | S8 | Twosome |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 25 L |
